Airport Comparison
| GRI | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Central Nebraska Regional Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | GRI | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KGRI | SEQM |
| City | Grand Island | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,847 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.970000, -98.310000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Grand Island (GRI) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,993 kilometers (3,103 miles / 2,696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.
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 22:01 in Grand Island, it's 23:01 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,353 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Central Nebraska Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Grand Island (GRI) follows a heading of 339° (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 Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.