Airport Comparison
| RTL | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Spirit Lake Municipal Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | RTL | UIO |
| ICAO Code | K0F3 | SEQM |
| City | Spirit Lake | Quito |
| Country | United States | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,434 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.390000, -95.140000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Spirit Lake (RTL) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) in Spirit Lake, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,119 kilometers (3,181 miles / 2,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.
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 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 03:09 in Spirit Lake, it's 04:09 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,766 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Spirit Lake Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Spirit Lake (RTL) follows a heading of 343° (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 Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.