Airport Comparison
| NQL | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Niquelandia Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | NQL | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SWNQ | SEQM |
| City | Niquelandia | Quito |
| Country | Brazil | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 2,756 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -14.430000, -48.490000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Niquelandia (NQL) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Niquelandia Airport (NQL) in Niquelandia, Brazil to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,650 kilometers (2,268 miles / 1,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 Brazil with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Niquelandia, it's 12:07 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,444 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Niquelandia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Niquelandia (NQL) follows a heading of 117° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Niquelandia Airport (NQL) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.