Airport Comparison
| SNC | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Ulpiano Paez Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | SNC | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SESA | SEQM |
| City | Salinas | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -2.200000, -80.990000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Salinas (SNC) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) in Salinas, Ecuador to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 372 kilometers (231 miles / 201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Ecuador. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 18:35 in Salinas, it's 18:35 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,182 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than General Ulpiano Paez Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Salinas (SNC) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.