Flying from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), there's a nice range of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are among Vancouver's main options.
The timezone in Quito is UTC-5, which is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver. Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to UIO, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
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Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
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About Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 2 hours and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is R 5,251. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,648. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from Vancouver to UIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Quito. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Vancouver to UIO, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with the temperature ranging from 7ºC to 19ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Mariscal Sucre International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Quito
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo are highlights which should be on any well-planned Quito itinerary.
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