Direct (nonstop) flights from Quito to Medellin

1 airline flys nonstop from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) to Jose Maria Cordova (MDE). It's 477 miles (768 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
477 mi
768 km
CO₂/pax
88 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
UIO → MDE
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
477 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Quito to Medellin with one stop · direct emits 88 kg CO₂ per passenger

UIO BOG (Bogota) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 35m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h (134 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BOG
1h 35m · 441 mi
View UIO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → MDE
1h · 134 mi
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UIO GYE (Guayaquil) MDE
Leg 1: 53m (174 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (649 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → GYE
53m · 174 mi
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Leg 2
GYE → MDE
1h 50m · 649 mi
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UIO BLB (Balboa) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (626 mi) Leg 2: 1h 17m (342 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BLB
1h 30m · 626 mi
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Leg 2
BLB → MDE
1h 17m · 342 mi
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UIO PTY (Panama City) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 57m (635 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (336 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+133% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → PTY
1h 57m · 635 mi
View UIO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → MDE
1h 25m · 336 mi
View PTY to MDE flights →
UIO SJO (San Jose) MDE
Leg 1: 2h 15m (803 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (656 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+235% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → SJO
2h 15m · 803 mi
View UIO to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → MDE
2h 5m · 656 mi
View SJO to MDE flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Quito to Medellin?

A nonstop flight from Quito (UIO) to Medellin (MDE) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 477 miles (768 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quito to Medellin?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quito to Medellin?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is Quito from Medellin?

The flight distance from Quito to Medellin is 477 miles (768 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Quito to Medellin?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 88 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 440 km.

Is the return flight from Medellin 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 Medellin?

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 Mariscal Sucre International for this flight?

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