Airport Comparison
Velasquez (PYA) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Velasquez Airport (PYA) in Velasquez, Colombia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 802 kilometers (498 miles / 433 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:38 in Velasquez, it's 12:38 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,634 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Velasquez Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Velasquez (PYA) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Velasquez Airport (PYA) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.