Flores Population 2026
Flores has a population of 20,464, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Petén. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,464
Rank in Guatemala
#80
Coordinates
16.92°N, 89.90°W
~121 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
262 km
163 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Petén
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| San Benito | 30,764 | #59 |
| Poptún | 17,320 | #93 |
Cities near Flores
- San Benito30,764 people · ~2 km away
- Poptún17,320 people · ~83 km away
- Chisec17,018 people · ~130 km away
- El Estor20,489 people · ~166 km away
- San Pedro Carchá16,353 people · ~167 km away
- Cobán212,047 people · ~169 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Flores?
Flores has a population of 20,464 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Flores in?
Flores is located in Petén, Guatemala.
Is Flores the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 262 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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