Airport Comparison
| GCW | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Canyon West Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GCW | UIO |
| ICAO Code | K1G4 | SEQM |
| City | Peach Springs | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 4,817 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.990000, -113.820000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Peach Springs (GCW) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,435 kilometers (3,377 miles / 2,934 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.
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 19:45 in Peach Springs, it's 21:45 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,383 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Grand Canyon West Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Peach Springs (GCW) follows a heading of 321° (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 Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.