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Quito (UIO) to Zaragoza (ZAZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Zaragoza Air Base (ZAZ) in Zaragoza, Spain is 8,968 kilometers (5,572 miles / 4,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:10 in Quito, it's 08:10 in Zaragoza. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,337 feet between the two airports. Zaragoza Air Base 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 Zaragoza (ZAZ) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 261° (west). 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 Zaragoza Air Base (ZAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.