The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 8,648 kilometers (5,374 miles / 4,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 189°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Greenland 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 16:29 in Qaanaaq, it's 15:29 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,149 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Qaanaaq Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.