Travelling from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): What you need to know
Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to UIO.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to UIO departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
75% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and UIO include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to UIO flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 76%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to UIO if you have a late flight from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Travel at your own pace with a Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and see more of Quito and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight.
Getting from Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Central Quito is around 18 kilometres from Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
$191 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport. A return flight starts from $516. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to UIO, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Quito. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your Chicago to UIO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Quito
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Quito right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Free Walking Tour Quito, Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Quito itinerary.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres southwest of Quito, a trip to Guayaquil will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Amazon Rainforest, Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht and Crystal Palace.
Around 274 kilometres west of Quito, Manta is another favourite stop in Ecuador. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Playa de Tarqui, Las Malvinas Park and Miraflores Park.
