Getting Here

Salinas is Ecuador’s most famous beach destination, located in the province of Santa Elena, just 145 km from Guayaquil — the country’s largest city and main air entry point.

Flight Discounts

United Airlines is offering discounts to YOU!

We are pleased to announce that United Airlines is offering discounts on air travel for GFNY Salinas.

To make flight reservations online please click on discount code ZS67355013
MileagePlus members earn valuable miles for their travel when using the Meetings discount code.

You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday – Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance.

Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations. International customers may contact their local United Reservation Desk.

Destination	Valid from Date	Valid to Date
(UIO) Quito, EC	2/26/2026	3/2/2026

Airport

José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) in Guayaquil receives direct flights from cities such as Miami, New York, Madrid, Panama City, Lima, Bogotá, Santiago, and more.

Ground transportation: From Guayaquil, the drive to Salinas takes about 2 hours via a fully paved road (Vía a la Costa). Tourist shuttles and interprovincial buses are also available.

Driving to Salinas

Here are some easy drive times from major cities:

Quito: 550 km (8 hours by car / 10 hours by bus). You can also fly to Guayaquil (40 minutes) and continue to Salinas by road.
Cuenca: 360 km (6 hours by car).
Manta: 300 km (4 hours by car).

Local transportation

In Salinas, you can easily get around by taxi, tourist transport, or rental car. The hotel zone, restaurants, tourist spots, and race area are all just a few minutes apart.