Airport Comparison
| RIM | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Nicolas Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | RIM | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SPLN | SEQM |
| City | Rodriguez de Mendoza | Quito |
| Country | Peru | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Lima | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 5,082 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.390000, -77.500000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Rodriguez de Mendoza (RIM) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Nicolas Airport (RIM) in Rodriguez de Mendoza, Peru to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 703 kilometers (437 miles / 379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 352°.
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 Peru with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:17 in Rodriguez de Mendoza, it's 05:17 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,118 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than San Nicolas Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Rodriguez de Mendoza (RIM) follows a heading of 172° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Nicolas Airport (RIM) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.