Private flights from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Retalhuleu
Retalhuleu Airport serves Pacific Slopes — 15 min to city center / 20 min to IRTRA. Fly direct from Quetzaltenango (Xela) in 15 min, on your schedule, for the whole aircraft.
What you fly in for
1 to 3 days in Pacific Slopes
Land at RER and make every minute count.
Day 1 — Arrive and settle in
- Morning
Land at Retalhuleu Airport (RER). 15 min to city center / 20 min to IRTRA. Drop your bags and get oriented.
- Afternoon
IRTRA Xocomil — the signature experience of the zone.
- Evening
Dinner in Retalhuleu; an early night before a full day tomorrow.
Day 2 — The main event
- Morning
Coffee & Agricultural Farm Tours — best done before midday heat.
- Midday
Helicopter — Pacific Coast Guatemala
- Afternoon
Pacific Surf — Iztapa & Buena Vista to swim, hike or simply unwind.
Day 3 — One more, then fly out
- Morning
Offshore Fishing — Guatemala Pacific before you pack up.
- Afternoon
Return charter from RER on your schedule — AeroRide flies when you do.
Flying private from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Retalhuleu
Why fly private from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Retalhuleu?
The Quetzaltenango (Xela)–Retalhuleu corridor connects Quetzaltenango Airport (AAZ) with Retalhuleu Airport (RER). By road the journey runs to hours — often across mountainous or unpaved interior. An AeroRide private charter covers it in 15 min, gate to gate, on the schedule you choose rather than a fixed timetable.
The whole aircraft is $1,220 — 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 $244 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.
Retalhuleu Airport (RER) — arrival
Retalhuleu Airport serves Pacific Slopes. 15 min to city center / 20 min to IRTRA. The runway is 1740m of asphalt, and the airport operates 6am-6pm.
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 Retalhuleu — frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Retalhuleu?
About 15 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 Retalhuleu cost?
$1,220 for the whole aircraft (up to 5 passengers) — about $244 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 RER, meet-and-greet and all luggage handling. No hidden fees.
How do I book Quetzaltenango (Xela) to Retalhuleu?
Message AeroRide on WhatsApp at +1 786 982 6354 or request a quote on this page. Quotes are returned in minutes.
Attractions near Retalhuleu
IRTRA Xocomil
Water Park & Recreation
Coffee & Agricultural Farm Tours
Coffee & Culture
Helicopter — Pacific Coast Guatemala
Helicopter & Coastal
Pacific Surf — Iztapa & Buena Vista
Extreme Sport & Surfing
Offshore Fishing — Guatemala Pacific
Sport Fishing & Extreme