Airport Comparison
| PTA | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Alsworth Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | PTA | UIO |
| ICAO Code | KTPO | SEQM |
| City | Port Alsworth | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 280 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.200000, -154.320000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Port Alsworth (PTA) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Alsworth Airport (PTA) in Port Alsworth, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 9,250 kilometers (5,748 miles / 4,995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States 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 08:47 in Port Alsworth, it's 12:47 in Quito. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,920 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Port Alsworth Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Port Alsworth (PTA) follows a heading of 331° (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 Port Alsworth Airport (PTA) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.