Airport Comparison
| NBW | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leeward Point Field | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | NBW | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MUGM | SEQM |
| City | Guantanamo Bay Naval Station | Quito |
| Country | Cuba | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Havana | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 56 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.910000, -75.210000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leeward Point Field (NBW) in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,255 kilometers (1,401 miles / 1,217 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 189°.
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 Cuba 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 11:17 in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, it's 11:17 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,144 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Leeward Point Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) follows a heading of 9° (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 Leeward Point Field (NBW) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.