The flight distance from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) in Birmingham, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,847 kilometers (2,391 miles / 2,077 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:30 in Birmingham, it's 11:30 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,550 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Birmingham (BHM) follows a heading of 348° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.