Airport Comparison
| UIO | VLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | VLM |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | SLVM |
| City | Quito | Villamontes |
| Country | Ecuador | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 1,305 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | -21.260000, -63.410000 |
Quito (UIO) to Villamontes (VLM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) in Villamontes, Bolivia is 2,856 kilometers (1,774 miles / 1,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 146°.
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 Ecuador with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:33 in Quito, it's 23:33 in Villamontes.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,895 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport sits lower than Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Villamontes (VLM) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 323° (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 Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) and Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.