The flight distance from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 10,417 kilometers (6,473 miles / 5,625 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Namibia with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:15 in Sesriem Airstrip, it's 03:15 in Quito. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,746 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Sesriem Airstrip. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) follows a heading of 115° (east 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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.