Airport Comparison
| ILS | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ilopango International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | ILS | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MSSS | SEQM |
| City | San Salvador | Quito |
| Country | El Salvador | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 2,021 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.700000, -89.120000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
San Salvador (ILS) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 1,941 kilometers (1,206 miles / 1,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.
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 El Salvador 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 05:48 in San Salvador, it's 06:48 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,179 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Ilopango International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to San Salvador (ILS) follows a heading of 323° (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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.