Airport Comparison
| SFN | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sauce Viejo Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SFN | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SAAV | SEQM |
| City | Santa Fe | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 55 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -31.710000, -60.810000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Santa Fe (SFN) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sauce Viejo Airport (SFN) in Santa Fe, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,967 kilometers (2,465 miles / 2,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:40 in Santa Fe, it's 15:40 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,145 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Sauce Viejo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Santa Fe (SFN) follows a heading of 154° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sauce Viejo Airport (SFN) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.