The flight distance from Maks Army Air Field (POE) in Fort Polk, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,799 kilometers (2,361 miles / 2,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 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 05:35 in Fort Polk, it's 06:35 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,870 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Maks Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Fort Polk (POE) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Maks Army Air Field (POE) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.