Airport Comparison
| TUC | UIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre |
| IATA Code | TUC | UIO |
| ICAO Code | SANT | SEQM |
| City | San Miguel de Tucuman | Quito |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Tucuman | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 1,493 ft | 9,200 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.840000, -65.100000 | -0.130000, -78.360000 |
San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Quito (UIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina to Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador is 3,291 kilometers (2,045 miles / 1,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
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 Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:02 in San Miguel de Tucuman, it's 10:02 in Quito.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,707 feet between the two airports. Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre sits higher than Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quito (UIO) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) follows a heading of 156° (south 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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) and Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.