Airport Comparison
| GMT | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Granite Mountain Air Station | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GMT | UIO |
| ICAO Code | PAGZ | SEQM |
| City | Granite Mountain | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,313 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.400000, -161.300000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Granite Mountain (GMT) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Granite Mountain Air Station (GMT) in Granite Mountain, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 9,695 kilometers (6,024 miles / 5,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 96°.
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 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 15:18 in Granite Mountain, it's 19:18 in Quito. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,887 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Granite Mountain Air Station. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Granite Mountain (GMT) follows a heading of 336° (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 Granite Mountain Air Station (GMT) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.