Travelling from Liberia Airport (LIR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, making Quito one hour ahead of Liberia.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LIR to UIO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LIR and UIO:
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Liberia Airport (LIR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is R 5,696. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 12,366. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LIR to UIO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from LIR to UIO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Liberia Airport (LIR)
Of the flights that depart from Liberia Airport, 76.05% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Liberia Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Liberia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LIR:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
If you're landing on a late Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near UIO:
Pick up a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car and explore Quito and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car and Goldcar are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Mariscal Sucre International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Quito. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Quito in April.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your flights from Liberia Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LIR to UIO in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited Quito, now it's time to explore other parts of Ecuador. Journey around 274 kilometres south-west to Guayaquil to check off its top sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres south of Quito, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
