Airport Comparison
| TFS | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tenerife South Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | TFS | UIO |
| ICAO Code | GCTS | SEQM |
| City | Tenerife Island | Quito |
| Country | Spain | Ecuador |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 209 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.040000, -16.570000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Tenerife Island (TFS) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) in Tenerife Island, Spain to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 7,273 kilometers (4,519 miles / 3,927 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.
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 Spain with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:57 in Tenerife Island, it's 12:57 in Quito. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,991 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Tenerife South Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Tenerife Island (TFS) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Tenerife South Airport (TFS) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.