Cheap flights from Quito (UIO)

Ecuador's capital hub at 2,400m, gateway to the Galápagos

Mariscal Sucre is Ecuador's busiest airport and primary international gateway, located in Tababela about 18 km east of central Quito. It opened on this site in 2013, replacing the old in-city airport, and sits at roughly 2,400 metres elevation. Avianca Ecuador, LATAM, Copa, Iberia, KLM and Air Europa anchor a network reaching North America, Europe and across South America.

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Airlines flying from Quito (UIO)

Major carriers: Avianca Ecuador, LATAM, Copa Airlines, KLM, Iberia. Low-cost carriers: JetSMART, Spirit Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest season to fly out of UIO?
Long-haul fares from Quito to Europe and North America trend lowest in the April-May and September-October shoulders, between Easter and the northern summer peak. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap surfaces every cheap week of the year in one view, so you can compare seasons without flipping calendars.
Which airlines fly from Quito?
UIO is served by Avianca Ecuador, LATAM, Copa Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United, KLM, Iberia, Air Europa and Aeroméxico, plus low-cost JetSMART and Spirit. Flightmussy's free comparison includes the LCCs that Google Flights tends to push down the list on Quito routes.
How far is UIO from Quito city center?
Mariscal Sucre is in Tababela, about 18 km east of central Quito but 35 to 60 minutes by road depending on traffic and the route through the Andes foothills. Allow extra buffer for evening departures. Flightmussy's heatmap is free and shows whole-year fare patterns before you book.
Are there direct flights from UIO to Madrid?
Yes. Iberia and Air Europa operate non-stop flights between Quito and Madrid (MAD), typically multiple times per week each, while LATAM also serves the route via Guayaquil. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap lets you compare every week of UIO-MAD pricing on one screen, no signup required.

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