Airport Comparison
| BGJ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Borgarfjordur eystri Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | BGJ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | BIBF | SEQM |
| City | Borgarfjordur eystri | Quito |
| Country | Iceland | Ecuador |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 80 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.520000, -13.800000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) in Borgarfjordur eystri, Iceland to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 8,881 kilometers (5,518 miles / 4,795 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
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 Iceland with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:05 in Borgarfjordur eystri, it's 04:05 in Quito. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,120 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Borgarfjordur eystri Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.