The flight distance from Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,850 kilometers (3,635 miles / 3,159 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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 04:06 in Santa Maria, it's 07:06 in Quito. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,939 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Santa Maria (SMX) follows a heading of 316° (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 Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.