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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guayaquil to Quito flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Guayaquil to Quito

Guayaquil to Quito: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Guayaquil to Quito below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Quito.

Guayaquil to Quito: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found107 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time51 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week277

Finding cheap flights from Guayaquil to Quito: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guayaquil to Quito is 107 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
51 minutes is the average flight time from Guayaquil to Quito.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Ecuador and Avianca fly direct from Guayaquil to Quito.
As of May 2025, there are 277 flights per week flying from Guayaquil to Quito.
The cheapest month to fly from Guayaquil to Quito is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guayaquil Airport to Quito Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Quito but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Quito is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Quito.

Travelling from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.

  • Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Guayaquil.

  • Take your pick of 351 weekly Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flights. The 04:32 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:58.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your GYE to UIO flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Quito (and then seeing more of Ecuador!) is easy with AVIANCA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with AVIANCA on this route.

  • With an impressive 92.69% of services arriving as planned, AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier for GYE to UIO flights.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GYE and UIO:

    • El Dorado International Airport

    • Baltra Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is 54 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 107 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from GYE to UIO by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from GYE to UIO.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)

  • 89.07% of flights leaving Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from GYE.

  • Central Guayaquil to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to GYE:

Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near UIO if you're catching a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Pick up a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car and discover Quito and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Mariscal Sucre International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito

  • Mariscal Sucre International Airport to the centre of Quito has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Quito in April.

  • Book your flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport for August if you want to go to Quito during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GYE to UIO in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.

Explore more of Ecuador

  • You've seen Quito, now it's time to discover other corners of Ecuador. Travel around 274 kilometres south-west to Guayaquil to check off its top sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 306 kilometres south of Quito, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.

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