Airport Comparison
Penrhyn Island (PYE) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tongareva Airport (PYE) in Penrhyn Island, CK to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 8,871 kilometers (5,512 miles / 4,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.
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 CK with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:40 in Penrhyn Island, it's 19:40 in Quito. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,192 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Tongareva Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Penrhyn Island (PYE) follows a heading of 261° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Tongareva Airport (PYE) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.