Airport Comparison
| AFA | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | AFA | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | SEQM |
| City | San Rafael | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,969 kilometers (2,466 miles / 2,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:35 in San Rafael, it's 09:35 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,730 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 166° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.