Airport Comparison
| GDL | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GDL | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | SEQM |
| City | Guadalajara | Quito |
| Country | Mexico | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,555 kilometers (2,209 miles / 1,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 Mexico 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 01:04 in Guadalajara, it's 02:04 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,184 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 312° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.