The flight distance from Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,996 kilometers (2,483 miles / 2,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.

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 United States 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 13:36 in Muscle Shoals, it's 14:36 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,650 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Northwest Alabama Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Muscle Shoals (MSL) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.