Direct (nonstop) flights from San Salvador to Quito

1 airline flys nonstop from El Salvador International (SAL) to Mariscal Sucre International (UIO). It's 1,186 miles (1,909 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

SAL
El Salvador International
🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador
UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,186 mi
1,909 km
CO₂/pax
200 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
SAL → UIO
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,186 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Salvador to Quito with one stop · direct emits 200 kg CO₂ per passenger

SAL SJO (San Jose) UIO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (405 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (803 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → SJO
1h 15m · 405 mi
View SAL to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → UIO
2h 20m · 803 mi
View SJO to UIO flights →
SAL PTY (Panama City) UIO
Leg 1: 2h 8m (721 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (635 mi) Total: ~4h 11m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → PTY
2h 8m · 721 mi
View SAL to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → UIO
2h 3m · 635 mi
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SAL BOG (Bogota) UIO
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,182 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (441 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 307 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → BOG
2h 55m · 1,182 mi
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Leg 2
BOG → UIO
1h 40m · 441 mi
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SAL MDE (Medellin) UIO
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,054 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (477 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → MDE
2h 50m · 1,054 mi
View SAL to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → UIO
1h 45m · 477 mi
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SAL LIM (Lima) UIO
Leg 1: 4h 15m (1,932 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (822 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 504 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → LIM
4h 15m · 1,932 mi
View SAL to LIM flights →
Leg 2
LIM → UIO
2h 20m · 822 mi
View LIM to UIO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from San Salvador to Quito?

A nonstop flight from San Salvador (SAL) to Quito (UIO) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,186 miles (1,909 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Salvador to Quito?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Salvador to Quito?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is San Salvador from Quito?

The flight distance from San Salvador to Quito is 1,186 miles (1,909 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between San Salvador and Quito?

Quito is 1 hour ahead of San Salvador. (America/El_Salvador vs America/Guayaquil.)

What type of aircraft flies from San Salvador to Quito?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from El Salvador to Ecuador?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Ecuador embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 200 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,000 km.

Is the return flight from Quito to San Salvador 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 San Salvador to Quito?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Salvador International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.