Airport Comparison
| TPQ | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amado Nervo National Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | TPQ | UIO |
| ICAO Code | MMEP | SEQM |
| City | Tepic | Quito |
| Country | Mexico | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 3,020 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.420000, -104.840000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
Tepic (TPQ) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ) in Tepic, Mexico to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,742 kilometers (2,325 miles / 2,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.
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 Mexico 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 19:34 in Tepic, it's 21:34 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,180 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Amado Nervo National Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to Tepic (TPQ) follows a heading of 311° (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 Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.