Airport Comparison
| FMS | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Madison Municipal Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | FMS | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KFSW | SEQM |
| City | Fort Madison | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 722 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.660000, -91.330000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Fort Madison (FMS) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) in Fort Madison, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,721 kilometers (2,934 miles / 2,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 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 06:18 in Fort Madison, it's 07:18 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,478 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Fort Madison Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Fort Madison (FMS) follows a heading of 345° (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 Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.