Travelling from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
To ensure you get on your UIO to SCY flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Avianca offers direct flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Cristobal — and maybe even more of Ecuador if time allows.
Avianca is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating UIO to SCY flights, Avianca has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight is $273. A round-trip ticket right now is $543. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from UIO to SCY if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from UIO to SCY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from UIO land on schedule 89% of the time.
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Quito. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near UIO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCY instead:
Getting from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to central San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport to the centre of San Cristobal has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
August is the most popular month for flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Cristobal in March.
The warmest month in San Cristobal is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to San Cristobal Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to SCY in September. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Ecuador
San Cristobal is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador just waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres west of San Cristobal, a visit to Puerto Ayora will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Tortuga Bay, Galapagos Path and Charles Darwin Research Station.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Ecuador, head for Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, about 5 kilometres west of San Cristobal. Playa Tijeretas, Malecón San Cristobal and Playa de los lobos are the start of reasons to visit.