Airport Comparison
| HLC | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hill City Municipal Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | HLC | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KHLC | SEQM |
| City | Hill City | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 2,238 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.380000, -99.830000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Hill City (HLC) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hill City Municipal Airport (HLC) in Hill City, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,906 kilometers (3,048 miles / 2,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.
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 18:19 in Hill City, it's 19:19 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,962 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Hill City Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Hill City (HLC) 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 Hill City Municipal Airport (HLC) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.