Airport Comparison
| NCO | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Quonset State Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | NCO | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KOQU | SEQM |
| City | North Kingstown | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.600000, -71.410000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
North Kingstown (NCO) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quonset State Airport (NCO) in North Kingstown, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,693 kilometers (2,916 miles / 2,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 190°.
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 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 09:39 in North Kingstown, it's 09:39 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,182 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Quonset State Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to North Kingstown (NCO) follows a heading of 8° (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 Quonset State Airport (NCO) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.