Airport Comparison
| UIO | WYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Yellowstone Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | WYS |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | KWYS |
| City | Quito | West Yellowstone |
| Country | Ecuador | United States |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 6,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 44.690000, -111.120000 |
Quito (UIO) to West Yellowstone (WYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States is 5,938 kilometers (3,689 miles / 3,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 05:40 in Quito, it's 03:40 in West Yellowstone.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,551 feet between the two airports. Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone (WYS) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 138° (southeast). 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 Yellowstone Airport (WYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.