Airport Comparison
| SMB | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Franco Bianco Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SMB | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SCSB | SEQM |
| City | Cerro Sombrero | Quito |
| Country | Chile | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Punta_Arenas | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 104 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -52.740000, -69.330000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,910 kilometers (3,672 miles / 3,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.
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 Chile with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:04 in Cerro Sombrero, it's 05:04 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,096 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Franco Bianco Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) follows a heading of 173° (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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.