# UIO — Mariscal Sucre International Airport

> Machine-readable reference for UIO. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/uio
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/uio
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/uio.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/UIO.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-12T07:56:18.406+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Mariscal Sucre International Airport
- IATA: UIO
- ICAO: SEQM
- City: Quito
- Country: EC (EC)
- Timezone: America/Guayaquil
- Distance from city: 18 km (11 mi) east of central Quito
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: ≈5.2M
- Hub for: Avianca, LATAM Ecuador, Equair
- Official website: https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero/

## Overview

Welcome Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) stands out as a high-altitude gateway primarily catering to travelers bound for the Galápagos Islands or those landing under the veil of night into the rural precincts of Quito. Its infrastructure, including 24-hour eateries and a conveniently located hotel, is specifically tailored to accommodate these unique travel demands. Despite being a capital-city airport, it is often noted for its calm and efficient operations, offering a refreshing contrast to other bustling hubs. At a glance Handling around 5.2 million passengers annually, and serving as a hub for airlines like Avianca, LATAM Ecuador, and Equair, Mariscal Sucre is strategically positioned 18 kilometers east of central Quito. The airport features a single passenger terminal, making navigation relatively simple while still facilitating a range of both domestic and international flights. Terminals & layout The airport operates with a single passenger terminal. This simplifies the process for those transferring between international and domestic flights, though travelers are advised to be swift during peak periods to avoid potential queues at immigration. Within the terminal,…

## Terminals (1)

- **Passenger terminal**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/terminals/item

## Dining (2)

- **Amazonia Café** — $$
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/restaurants/amazonia-cafe
- **Johnny Rockets** — $$
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/restaurants/johnny-rockets

## Shops (1)

- **Duty Free Americas**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/shops/duty-free-americas

## Parking (3)

- **Estacionamiento Principal** — Short stay · USD 11.00/day, USD 2.00/hr · next to terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/parking/estacionamiento-principal
- **Estacionamiento Remoto** — Remote · 2 mi
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/parking/estacionamiento-remoto
- **Estacionamiento Wyndham Quito Airport** — Long stay · USD 2.00 (1st hour), USD 3.50 (2nd hour), USD 7.00 (3-24 hours)/hr · 1.5 mi
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/parking/estacionamiento-wyndham

## Ground transport (5)

- **Aeroservicios** — Bus · 90-100 min · Every 30 min · ~03:30-23:30 (per World Travel Guide); 24/7 service claimed (Alternative Airlines)
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/transport/aeroservicios
- **Public Transport Buses** — Bus · 35-50 min · $2
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/transport/buses-publico
- **Quito public bus** — Bus · 90-120 min · $2+ (additional small fares inside Quito)
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/transport/quito-public-bus
- **Car Rentals** — Other · 60-100 min to central Quito (driving)
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/transport/renta-autos
- **Cooperativa Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre** — Taxi · 35-50 min · $25-45 · 24/7
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/uio/transport/taxis

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Staying at the Wyndham across from the terminal is common for those with late arrivals and early departures, costing around $100–130 for the convenience.
- _Time_: For Galápagos flights, account for extra pre-check-in time to handle the INGALA card and baggage checks—first-timers often get caught off guard.
- _Local_: Amazonia Café and Johnny Rockets are the go-to spots for late-night bites, keeping travelers fed after hours when most other outlets close up.
- _Money_: Budget-conscious travelers often opt for the $5–8 bus services over the $25–45 official airport taxis into Quito.
- _Quiet_: Make use of the terminal's large windows for peaceful views of the Andes, offering a striking panorama before boarding.
- _Avoid_: Confirm the fixed taxi rates outlined on boards in the taxi zone to dodge inflated "gringo" prices.
- _Insider_: Sit near the front of the plane and head directly to immigration upon landing to cut down on processing time during peak arrival periods.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/UIO.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/uio/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/uio/departures — HTML page with live departures