The flight distance from Cerro Largo International Airport (MLZ) in Melo, Uruguay to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 4,386 kilometers (2,726 miles / 2,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Uruguay with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:30 in Melo, it's 03:30 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,836 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Cerro Largo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Melo (MLZ) follows a heading of 147° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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