Airport Comparison
| LZC | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lazaro Cardenas Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | LZC | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MMLC | SEQM |
| City | Lazaro Cardenas | Quito |
| Country | Mexico | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.000000, -102.220000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,297 kilometers (2,049 miles / 1,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 Mexico 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 05:55 in Lazaro Cardenas, it's 06:55 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,161 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Lazaro Cardenas Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) follows a heading of 309° (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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.