Airport Comparison
| LKP | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lake Placid Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | LKP | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KLKP | SEQM |
| City | Lake Placid | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,747 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.260000, -73.960000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Lake Placid (LKP) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lake Placid Airport (LKP) in Lake Placid, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,955 kilometers (3,079 miles / 2,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 186°.
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 20:14 in Lake Placid, it's 20:14 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,453 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Lake Placid Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Lake Placid (LKP) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lake Placid Airport (LKP) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.