Direct (nonstop) flights from Quito to New York

1 airline flys nonstop from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) to John F Kennedy International (JFK). It's 2,820 miles (4,538 km), about 6h 20m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
JFK
John F Kennedy International
🇺🇸 New York, USA
Flight Time
6h 20m
Distance
2,820 mi
4,538 km
CO₂/pax
431 kg
−83 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
UIO → JFK
Flight Time
6h 20m
Distance
2,820 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Quito to New York with one stop · direct emits 431 kg CO₂ per passenger

UIO MDE (Medellin) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (477 mi) Leg 2: 5h 40m (2,374 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 514 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → MDE
1h 30m · 477 mi
View UIO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → JFK
5h 40m · 2,374 mi
View MDE to JFK flights →
UIO PTY (Panama City) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 57m (635 mi) Leg 2: 5h 15m (2,200 mi) Total: ~7h 12m 🍃 515 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → PTY
1h 57m · 635 mi
View UIO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → JFK
5h 15m · 2,200 mi
View PTY to JFK flights →
UIO SJO (San Jose) JFK
Leg 1: 2h 15m (803 mi) Leg 2: 5h (2,204 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 546 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → SJO
2h 15m · 803 mi
View UIO to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → JFK
5h · 2,204 mi
View SJO to JFK flights →
UIO GYE (Guayaquil) JFK
Leg 1: 53m (174 mi) Leg 2: 6h 32m (2,969 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 511 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → GYE
53m · 174 mi
View UIO to GYE flights →
Leg 2
GYE → JFK
6h 32m · 2,969 mi
View GYE to JFK flights →
UIO BOG (Bogota) JFK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (441 mi) Leg 2: 5h 50m (2,474 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 525 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BOG
1h 35m · 441 mi
View UIO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → JFK
5h 50m · 2,474 mi
View BOG to JFK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Quito to New York?

A nonstop flight from Quito (UIO) to New York (JFK) takes approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 2,820 miles (4,538 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quito to New York?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quito to New York?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is Quito from New York?

The flight distance from Quito to New York is 2,820 miles (4,538 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Quito and New York?

New York is 1 hour ahead of Quito. (America/Guayaquil vs America/New_York.)

What type of aircraft flies from Quito to New York?

At 6h 20m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ecuador to USA?

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

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

Roughly 431 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,155 km.

Is the return flight from New York to Quito 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 Quito to New York?

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 Mariscal Sucre International for this flight?

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