The flight distance from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 5,642 kilometers (3,506 miles / 3,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 19:37 in Santa Monica, it's 21:37 in Quito.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,030 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Santa Monica Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Santa Monica (SMO) follows a heading of 316° (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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.