Airport Comparison
| BUN | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | BUN | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SKBU | SEQM |
| City | Buenaventura | Quito |
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 48 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.820000, -76.990000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Buenaventura (BUN) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport (BUN) in Buenaventura, Colombia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 465 kilometers (289 miles / 251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:17 in Buenaventura, it's 06:17 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,152 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Buenaventura (BUN) follows a heading of 19° (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 Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport (BUN) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.