Airport Comparison
| UIO | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | WAL |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | KWAL |
| City | Quito | Wallops Island |
| Country | Ecuador | United States |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Quito (UIO) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 4,244 kilometers (2,637 miles / 2,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 4°.
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 Ecuador with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:34 in Quito, it's 11:34 in Wallops Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,160 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility Airport sits lower than Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 185° (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 Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) and Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.