Airport Comparison
| GPO | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Pico Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GPO | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SAZG | SEQM |
| City | General Pico | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 459 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -35.700000, -63.760000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
General Pico (GPO) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Pico Airport (GPO) in General Pico, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,234 kilometers (2,631 miles / 2,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:20 in General Pico, it's 18:20 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,741 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than General Pico Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to General Pico (GPO) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Pico Airport (GPO) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.