Airport Comparison
| SPA | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SPA | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KSPA | SEQM |
| City | Spartanburg | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 802 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.920000, -81.960000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Spartanburg (SPA) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) in Spartanburg, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,915 kilometers (2,433 miles / 2,114 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 174°.
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 06:47 in Spartanburg, it's 06:47 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,398 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Spartanburg (SPA) follows a heading of 355° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.