The flight distance from Merritt Island Airport (COI) in Merritt Island, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,175 kilometers (1,973 miles / 1,715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 01:56 in Merritt Island, it's 00:56 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,194 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Merritt Island Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Merritt Island (COI) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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