Flying from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Quito is one hour ahead of San Cristobal and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SCY to UIO flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Many passengers pass through Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is $192. A return plane ticket right now is $394. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SCY to UIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
94.58% of flights departing from San Cristobal Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SCY.
Central San Cristobal to San Cristobal Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel near SCY? If you've booked an early flight from San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and chase adventure across Quito and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Mariscal Sucre International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Quito. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the busiest month for flights from San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Quito in April.
When reserving your flight from San Cristobal Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with the temperature ranging from 7ºC to 19ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCY to UIO in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Quito, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Journey about 274 kilometres south-west to Guayaquil to tick off its top sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Ecuador, consider Cuenca, about 306 kilometres south of Quito. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are key highlights.