Flying from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): What you need to know
Quito is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to UIO.
Travelling over a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to UIO flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
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 Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
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.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport, central Quito is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
At the moment, $1,455 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,758. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to UIO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). July is the most popular month to visit Quito. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in September.
Book a Melbourne to UIO plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Quito to range from 7ºC to 19ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC and 18ºC.
More about Quito
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Quito:
Your Quito visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Free Walking Tour Quito, Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited Quito, now it's time to explore other corners of Ecuador. Travel about 290 kilometres southwest to Guayaquil to check off its popular sights. From Amazon Rainforest to Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht and Crystal Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Manta is another sought-after destination in Ecuador and is around 274 kilometres west of Quito. No journey is complete without experiencing Playa de Tarqui, Las Malvinas Park and Miraflores Park.