Travelling from Cuenca Airport (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is 50 minutes.
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Cuenca.
Flights from CUE to UIO start at 06:39 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:06 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, there are 38 weekly Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport flights.
Your CUE to UIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines is your ticket to exploring Quito (and maybe even some other great parts of Ecuador!). Check out the direct flights from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport offered by this airline.
LATAM Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
LATAM Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CUE to UIO flights, with 92.34% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cuenca Airport (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
Currently, $75 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $163. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CUE to UIO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Cuenca Airport (CUE)
Cuenca Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 91% of flights that depart CUE arrive at their destination without delay.
Cuenca Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Cuenca. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CUE:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Pick up a Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport rental car and discover Quito and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car and Goldcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Quito. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Quito in March.
Before locking in your flight from Cuenca Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC (45ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUE to UIO in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored after you've seen Quito. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Cuenca is another must-experience destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No trip is complete without visiting Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.