Airport Comparison
| POP | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gregorio Luperon International Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | POP | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MDPP | SEQM |
| City | Puerto Plata | Quito |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.760000, -70.570000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Puerto Plata (POP) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 2,369 kilometers (1,472 miles / 1,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 00:16 in Puerto Plata, it's 23:16 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,185 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Gregorio Luperon International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Puerto Plata (POP) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.