Airport Comparison
| UIO | VVI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Viru Viru International Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | VVI |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | SLVR |
| City | Quito | Santa Cruz |
| Country | Ecuador | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 1,224 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | -17.640000, -63.140000 |
Quito (UIO) to Santa Cruz (VVI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 2,562 kilometers (1,592 miles / 1,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.
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 19:32 in Quito, it's 20:32 in Santa Cruz.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,976 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru 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 Santa Cruz (VVI) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 318° (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 Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.