Airport Comparison
| SIG | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SIG | UIO |
| ICAO Code | TJIG | SEQM |
| City | San Juan | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.460000, -66.100000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
San Juan (SIG) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) in San Juan, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,463 kilometers (1,531 miles / 1,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 214°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 13:19 in San Juan, it's 12:19 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,190 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to San Juan (SIG) follows a heading of 32° (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 Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.