Airport Comparison
Quito (UIO) to Whale Cove (YXN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Whale Cove Airport (YXN) in Whale Cove, Canada is 7,038 kilometers (4,373 miles / 3,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
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 16:08 in Quito, it's 15:08 in Whale Cove.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,160 feet between the two airports. Whale Cove 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 Whale Cove (YXN) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 164° (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 Whale Cove Airport (YXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.