Airport Comparison
| RGL | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | RGL | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SAWG | SEQM |
| City | Rio Gallegos | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 61 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -51.610000, -69.310000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,787 kilometers (3,596 miles / 3,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:45 in Rio Gallegos, it's 05:45 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,139 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) follows a heading of 173° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.