Airport Comparison
| UIO | YPY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Fort Chipewyan Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | YPY |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | CYPY |
| City | Quito | Fort Chipewyan |
| Country | Ecuador | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 761 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 58.770000, -111.120000 |
Quito (UIO) to Fort Chipewyan (YPY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Fort Chipewyan Airport (YPY) in Fort Chipewyan, Canada is 7,147 kilometers (4,441 miles / 3,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 Canada. 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 00:06 in Quito, it's 22:06 in Fort Chipewyan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,439 feet between the two airports. Fort Chipewyan 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 Fort Chipewyan (YPY) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 143° (southeast). 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 Fort Chipewyan Airport (YPY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.