Airport Comparison
| MQU | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Celestino Mutis Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | MQU | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SKQU | SEQM |
| City | Mariquita | Quito |
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,531 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.210000, -74.880000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Mariquita (MQU) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) in Mariquita, Colombia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 708 kilometers (440 miles / 383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 07:07 in Mariquita, it's 07:07 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,669 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Jose Celestino Mutis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Mariquita (MQU) follows a heading of 33° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.