Airport Comparison
| UIO | YQH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Watson Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | YQH |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | CYQH |
| City | Quito | Watson Lake |
| Country | Ecuador | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 2,255 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 60.120000, -128.820000 |
Quito (UIO) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 7,965 kilometers (4,949 miles / 4,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 01:23 in Quito, it's 22:23 in Watson Lake. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,945 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake 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 Watson Lake (YQH) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 126° (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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.