Airport Comparison
| NQY | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Newquay Cornwall Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | NQY | UIO |
| ICAO Code | EGHQ | SEQM |
| City | Newquay | Quito |
| Country | United Kingdom | Ecuador |
| Timezone | Europe/London | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 390 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.440000, -5.000000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Newquay (NQY) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) in Newquay, United Kingdom to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 8,850 kilometers (5,499 miles / 4,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.
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 Kingdom with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:24 in Newquay, it's 16:24 in Quito. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,810 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Newquay Cornwall Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Newquay (NQY) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.