Airport Comparison
| UIO | VRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | VRA |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | MUVR |
| City | Quito | Varadero |
| Country | Ecuador | Cuba |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 210 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 23.030000, -81.440000 |
Quito (UIO) to Varadero (VRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) in Varadero, Cuba is 2,597 kilometers (1,614 miles / 1,402 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
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 Cuba. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Quito, it's 19:58 in Varadero.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,990 feet between the two airports. Juan Gualberto Gomez International 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 Varadero (VRA) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 172° (south). 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 Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.