Airport Comparison
| UIO | YXL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Sioux Lookout Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | YXL |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | CYXL |
| City | Quito | Sioux Lookout |
| Country | Ecuador | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 1,258 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 50.110000, -91.910000 |
Quito (UIO) to Sioux Lookout (YXL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) in Sioux Lookout, Canada is 5,733 kilometers (3,562 miles / 3,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 349°.
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 Canada. 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 16:09 in Quito, it's 15:09 in Sioux Lookout.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,942 feet between the two airports. Sioux Lookout 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 Sioux Lookout (YXL) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.