The flight distance from Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) in Sterling, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,181 kilometers (3,220 miles / 2,798 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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 06:41 in Sterling, it's 08:41 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,162 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Sterling Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Sterling (STK) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.