Direct (nonstop) flights from Guayaquil to Quito

2 airlines fly nonstop from Simon Bolivar International (GYE) to Mariscal Sucre International (UIO). It's 174 miles (280 km), about 51m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, LATAM Airlines.

GYE
Simon Bolivar International
🇪🇨 Guayaquil, Ecuador
UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
Flight Time
51m
Distance
174 mi
280 km
CO₂/pax
32 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AVIANCA +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
GYE → UIO
Flight Time
51m
Distance
174 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
GYE → UIO
Flight Time
51m
Distance
174 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guayaquil to Quito with one stop · direct emits 32 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYE CUE (Cuenca) UIO
Leg 1: 47m (80 mi) Leg 2: 49m (194 mi) Total: ~1h 36m 🍃 76 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYE → CUE
47m · 80 mi
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Leg 2
CUE → UIO
49m · 194 mi
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GYE BOG (Bogota) UIO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (615 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (441 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+591% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYE → BOG
1h 50m · 615 mi
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Leg 2
BOG → UIO
1h 40m · 441 mi
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GYE MDE (Medellin) UIO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (649 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (477 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+628% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYE → MDE
1h 50m · 649 mi
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Leg 2
MDE → UIO
1h 45m · 477 mi
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GYE SCY (San Cristobal) UIO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (679 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (780 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+822% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYE → SCY
1h 50m · 679 mi
View GYE to SCY flights →
Leg 2
SCY → UIO
2h 5m · 780 mi
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GYE GPS (Galapagos Islands) UIO
Leg 1: 1h 58m (728 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (825 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+878% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYE → GPS
1h 58m · 728 mi
View GYE to GPS flights →
Leg 2
GPS → UIO
2h 5m · 825 mi
View GPS to UIO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guayaquil to Quito?

A nonstop flight from Guayaquil (GYE) to Quito (UIO) takes approximately 0 hours and 51 minutes. The distance is 174 miles (280 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guayaquil to Quito?

2 airlines: AVIANCA, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guayaquil to Quito?

Yes. 2 airlines: AVIANCA, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Guayaquil from Quito?

The flight distance from Guayaquil to Quito is 174 miles (280 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Guayaquil to Quito?

At 51m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guayaquil to Quito?

Roughly 32 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 160 km.

Is the return flight from Quito to Guayaquil also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guayaquil to Quito?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Simon Bolivar International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.