Airport Comparison
| GPZ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GPZ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KGPZ | SEQM |
| City | Grand Rapids | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,356 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.210000, -93.510000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Grand Rapids (GPZ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,466 kilometers (3,396 miles / 2,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.
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 05:29 in Grand Rapids, it's 06:29 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,844 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 346° (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 Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.