The flight distance from Diqing Airport (DIG) in Shangri-La, China to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 16,932 kilometers (10,521 miles / 9,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 China 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 21:45 in Shangri-La, it's 08:45 in Quito. With a 13-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 9,200 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Diqing Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Shangri-La (DIG) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Diqing Airport (DIG) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.