Airport Comparison
| IRJ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Capitan V A Almonacid Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | IRJ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SANL | SEQM |
| City | La Rioja | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.380000, -66.800000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
La Rioja (IRJ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,476 kilometers (2,160 miles / 1,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:36 in La Rioja, it's 06:36 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,763 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Capitan V A Almonacid Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to La Rioja (IRJ) follows a heading of 160° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.