Airport Comparison
| PPE | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Puerto Penasco International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | PPE | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MMPE | SEQM |
| City | Puerto Penasco | Quito |
| Country | Mexico | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.360000, -113.530000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Puerto Penasco (PPE) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) in Puerto Penasco, Mexico to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,096 kilometers (3,166 miles / 2,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 Mexico 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 03:45 in Puerto Penasco, it's 05:45 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,170 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Puerto Penasco International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Puerto Penasco (PPE) follows a heading of 317° (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 Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.