Private flights from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena
Flores Mundo Maya International Airport serves Petén — 30 min to Tikal / 10 min to Flores island. Fly direct from Quetzaltenango (Xela) in 83 min, on your schedule, for the whole aircraft.
What you fly in for
1 to 3 days in Petén
Land at FRS and make every minute count.
Day 1 — Arrive and settle in
- Morning
Land at Flores Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS). 30 min to Tikal / 10 min to Flores island. Drop your bags and get oriented.
- Afternoon
Tikal National Park — the signature experience of the zone.
- Evening
Dinner in Flores / Santa Elena; an early night before a full day tomorrow.
Day 2 — The main event
- Morning
Yaxhá Archaeological Site — best done before midday heat.
- Midday
Private Helicopter — Petén Jungle
- Afternoon
Private Navigation — Lago Petén Itzá to swim, hike or simply unwind.
Day 3 — One more, then fly out
- Morning
VIP Archaeological Expeditions before you pack up.
- Afternoon
Return charter from FRS on your schedule — AeroRide flies when you do.
Flying private from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena
Why fly private from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena?
The Quetzaltenango (Xela)–Flores / Santa Elena corridor connects Quetzaltenango Airport (AAZ) with Flores Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS). By road the journey runs to hours — often across mountainous or unpaved interior. An AeroRide private charter covers it in 83 min, gate to gate, on the schedule you choose rather than a fixed timetable.
The whole aircraft is $2,785 — that price already includes the round-trip positioning of the aircraft, FBO access at both ends, meet-and-greet coordination and all luggage handling. With 5 aboard that is about $557 each. No commercial queues, no check-in counters, no gate lines.
Quetzaltenango Airport (AAZ) — departure
Quetzaltenango Airport sits in Highland Coffee — Quetzaltenango, 10 min to city center / 40 min to Santa María Volcano. The runway is 1830m of asphalt and the airport operates 6am-6pm.
Flores Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS) — arrival
Flores Mundo Maya International Airport serves Petén. 30 min to Tikal / 10 min to Flores island. The runway is 2660m of asphalt, and the airport operates 6am-8pm.
On arrival, AeroRide passengers clear the FBO in minutes — no baggage carousel, no commercial crowd. Ground transfers are arranged in advance through the same WhatsApp line.
Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena — frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena?
About 83 min, direct. The private charter flies gate to gate with no connections — a fraction of the overland time.
How much does a private flight from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena cost?
$2,785 for the whole aircraft (up to 5 passengers) — about $557 per person with 5 aboard. Includes the round-trip ferry from the base.
How many passengers can fly?
Up to 5 passengers with luggage. For larger groups we coordinate a second aircraft — ask on WhatsApp.
What does the price include?
The whole aircraft, the round-trip positioning ferry, FBO access at AAZ and FRS, meet-and-greet and all luggage handling. No hidden fees.
How do I book Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Flores / Santa Elena?
Message AeroRide on WhatsApp at +1 786 982 6354 or request a quote on this page. Quotes are returned in minutes.
Attractions near Flores / Santa Elena
Tikal National Park
Archaeology & Nature
Yaxhá Archaeological Site
Archaeology & Sunset
Private Helicopter — Petén Jungle
Helicopter & Aerial
Private Navigation — Lago Petén Itzá
Water & Nature
VIP Archaeological Expeditions
Archaeology & Adventure