Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is eight hours ahead of Quito.
Allow plenty of time to catch your UIO to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Quito, UIO can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near UIO? If you've booked an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that take off from UIO reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul flight is 393 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 925 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from UIO to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from UIO to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your UIO to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Score the best price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from UIO to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.