Quito Ecuador

Welcome to the Quito Airport Page (UIO)

Travel Info & Flight Connections:

Discover everything you need to know about Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)—located just outside Ecuador’s capital city, Quito, serves as the country’s busiest and most important international gateway.

Introduction

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), also known as Tababela Airport, serves as the primary international gateway to Ecuador and its capital city, Quito. Located approximately 18 kilometers east of the city center, this modern facility replaced the former airport of the same name in 2013. The airport boasts the longest runway in Ecuador and among capital cities in South America, capable of accommodating large aircraft. 

It has quickly become one of the busiest airports in the region and has earned recognition for its service quality. Mariscal Sucre International Airport is a vital hub for connectivity, facilitating both domestic travel and connections worldwide.

General Information & Contact Details. 

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO),

📍 Location: Quito, Ecuador
🌎 Airport Code:(UIO)
💰 Currency: Currency: US Dollar (USD).
🗣 Official Language: Spanish
🌐 Website:https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero

History & Overview

Opened: 2013
Named: Antonio José de Sucre
Replaced: the old airport located within the city.
Annual Passengers: 5.3 million passengers 

(UIO) offers direct flights to key cities across Latin America, Europe and North America.

Airlines Operating at the Hub

Major Airlines Operating at (UIO):

• Avianca, Equair, Copa Airlines (South America-wide routes)

• Iberia, Air Europa, LATAM Airlines (Spain)

• Aeroméxico (Mexico)

• American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines (USA)

• LATAM Airlines (South America-wide routes)

• (KLM Royal Dutch Airlines) (Direct flights to Netherlands (Amsterdam)

Major Designations Served 

North America

🇺🇸 United States

• Miami International Airport (MIA) – (American Airlines, LATAM Airlines)

• John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) – (Avianca, American Airlines)

• George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) – (United Airlines)

• Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) –(Delta Air Lines)

• Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) – 🇨🇦 Canada (Air Canada)

• Mexico City International Airport (MEX) – 🇲🇽 Mexico (Aeroméxico)

South America

• El Dorado International Airport (BOG) – 🇨🇴 Colombia (Avianca, Wingo)

• Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) – 🇵🇪 Peru (LATAM Airlines)

• José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) – 🇪🇨 Ecuador (domestic) (Avianca, LATAM, Equair)

• Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE) – 🇪🇨 Ecuador (domestic) (LATAM Airlines, Avianca)

• Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) – 🇻🇪 Venezuela (Conviasa)

• Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) – 🇵🇾 Paraguay (LATAM Airlines via connection)

Central America & Caribbean

• Tocumen International Airport (PTY) – 🇵🇦 Panama (Copa Airlines)

• El Salvador International Airport (SAL) – 🇸🇻 El Salvador (Avianca)

Europe

• Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) – 🇪🇸 Spain (Iberia, Air Europa, LATAM Airlines)

• Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) – 🇳🇱 Netherlands (KLM Royal Dutch Airlines)

• Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) – 🇫🇷 France (seasonal or via connection) (Air France)

Airport Services & Facilities

•  VIP lounges including Sala VIP International and domestic lounge access 

• Modern single terminal for both international and domestic flights

• Time Zone: UTC -5 (same as Eastern Standard Time)

• Transport: Shuttle buses, airport taxis, and private transfers available.

• Duty-free shopping, local artisan goods, cafés, and global dining options

• Free Wi-Fi access throughout the terminal and work-friendly seating areas

• Car rental desks, airport taxis, and shuttle bus services to downtown Quito

• Airline service counters for Avianca, American Airlines, KLM, Iberia, LATAM, and more

• 24/7 medical assistance, luggage storage, and currency exchange kiosks