Airport Comparison
| SSI | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | St Simons Island Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SSI | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KSSI | SEQM |
| City | St Simons Island | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 19 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.150000, -81.390000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
St Simons Island (SSI) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,493 kilometers (2,170 miles / 1,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, 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 13:18 in St Simons Island, it's 13:18 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,181 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than St Simons Island Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to St Simons Island (SSI) 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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.