Airport Comparison
| PTH | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Heiden Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | PTH | UIO |
| ICAO Code | PAPH | SEQM |
| City | Port Heiden | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 95 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 56.960000, -158.630000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Port Heiden (PTH) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 9,432 kilometers (5,861 miles / 5,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 09:20 in Port Heiden, it's 13:20 in Quito. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,105 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Port Heiden Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Port Heiden (PTH) follows a heading of 327° (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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.