Airport Comparison
| MBJ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sangster International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | MBJ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MKJS | SEQM |
| City | Montego Bay | Quito |
| Country | Jamaica | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 4 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.500000, -77.910000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Montego Bay (MBJ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,072 kilometers (1,288 miles / 1,119 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 181°.
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 Jamaica 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 05:47 in Montego Bay, it's 05:47 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,196 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Sangster International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Montego Bay (MBJ) follows a heading of 1° (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 Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.