Airport Comparison
| UIO | YYE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre | Fort Nelson Airport |
| IATA Code | UIO | YYE |
| ICAO Code | SEQM | CYYE |
| City | Quito | Fort Nelson |
| Country | Ecuador | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Fort_Nelson |
| Elevation | 9,200 ft | 1,253 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.130000, -78.360000 | 58.840000, -122.600000 |
Quito (UIO) to Fort Nelson (YYE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) in Quito, Ecuador to Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) in Fort Nelson, Canada is 7,601 kilometers (4,723 miles / 4,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 22:36 in Quito, it's 20:36 in Fort Nelson.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,947 feet between the two airports. Fort Nelson 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 Nelson (YYE) to Quito (UIO) follows a heading of 131° (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 Nelson Airport (YYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.