Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Quito.
To avoid rushing for your UIO to Melbourne flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The journey from central Quito to UIO takes about 2 hours 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to UIO? If you've booked an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from UIO arrive at their destination as scheduled 88.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Melbourne
R 28,206 is currently the best price for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 37,151. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from UIO to Melbourne, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from UIO to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
The trip will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some fantastic accommodation options within an easy drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your UIO to Melbourne flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to MEB. Check in to one of these stays after your UIO to Melbourne flight:
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne is a smart move. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before booking your flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Melbourne, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the big attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.