Airport Comparison
| COS | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | COS | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KCOS | SEQM |
| City | Colorado Springs | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 6,187 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.810000, -104.700000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Colorado Springs (COS) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,095 kilometers (3,166 miles / 2,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:34 in Colorado Springs, it's 04:34 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,013 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 331° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.