Airport Comparison
| RZA | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Cruz Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | RZA | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SAWU | SEQM |
| City | Santa Cruz | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.020000, -68.580000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Santa Cruz (RZA) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,625 kilometers (3,495 miles / 3,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.
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 Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:19 in Santa Cruz, it's 08:19 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,836 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Santa Cruz Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Santa Cruz (RZA) 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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.