Airport Comparison
| PKJ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Playa Grande Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | PKJ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MGPG | SEQM |
| City | Playa Grande | Quito |
| Country | Guatemala | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 577 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.000000, -90.740000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Playa Grande (PKJ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) in Playa Grande, Guatemala to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,250 kilometers (1,398 miles / 1,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.
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 06:56 in Playa Grande, it's 07:56 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,623 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Playa Grande Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Playa Grande (PKJ) follows a heading of 323° (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 Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.