Airport Comparison
Quito (UIO) to Vila Real Airport (VRL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 8,413 kilometers (5,228 miles / 4,543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.
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 Ecuador with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:39 in Quito, it's 01:39 in Vila Real Airport. 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 7,395 feet between the two airports. Vila Real 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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). 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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.