Airport Comparison
| CJU | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jeju International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | CJU | UIO |
| ICAO Code | RKPC | SEQM |
| City | Jeju City | Quito |
| Country | South Korea | Ecuador |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 118 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.510000, 126.490000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Jeju City (CJU) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jeju International Airport (CJU) in Jeju City, South Korea to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 15,487 kilometers (9,623 miles / 8,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting South Korea with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:06 in Jeju City, it's 04:06 in Quito. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,082 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Jeju International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Jeju City (CJU) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jeju International Airport (CJU) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.