Airport Comparison
Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Caucaya Airport (LQM) in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 399 kilometers (248 miles / 216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:36 in Puerto Leguizamo, it's 19:36 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,627 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Caucaya Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Caucaya Airport (LQM) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.