The flight distance from Katiu Airport (KXU) in Katiu, French Polynesia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 7,453 kilometers (4,631 miles / 4,024 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 French Polynesia with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:19 in Katiu, it's 22:19 in Quito. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,193 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Katiu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Katiu (KXU) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Katiu Airport (KXU) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.