Airport Comparison
| MDX | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mercedes Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | MDX | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SATM | SEQM |
| City | Mercedes | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 358 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.220000, -58.090000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Mercedes (MDX) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mercedes Airport (MDX) in Mercedes, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,885 kilometers (2,414 miles / 2,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
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 09:47 in Mercedes, it's 07:47 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,842 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Mercedes Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Mercedes (MDX) follows a heading of 148° (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 Mercedes Airport (MDX) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.