Airport Comparison
| MCR | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melchor de Mencos Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | MCR | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MGMM | SEQM |
| City | Melchor de Mencos | Quito |
| Country | Guatemala | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 4,670 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.070000, -89.150000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,248 kilometers (1,397 miles / 1,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.
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 Guatemala 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 15:27 in Melchor de Mencos, it's 16:27 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,530 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Melchor de Mencos Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Melchor de Mencos (MCR) follows a heading of 329° (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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.