Airport Comparison
| UIO | WPU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Guardiamarina Zanartu Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | WPU |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | SCGZ |
| City | Quito | Puerto Williams |
| Country | Ecuador | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 88 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | -54.930000, -67.630000 |
Quito (UIO) to Puerto Williams (WPU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Guardiamarina Zanartu Airport (WPU) in Puerto Williams, Chile is 6,171 kilometers (3,835 miles / 3,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
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 Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:07 in Quito, it's 01:07 in Puerto Williams.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,112 feet between the two airports. Guardiamarina Zanartu 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 Puerto Williams (WPU) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Guardiamarina Zanartu Airport (WPU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.