Airport Comparison
| RKS | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | RKS | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | SEQM |
| City | Rock Springs | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,570 kilometers (3,461 miles / 3,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.
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 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 15:56 in Rock Springs, it's 17:56 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,435 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 330° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.