Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) —also known as Quito Airport— is the main airport servicing Quito, Ecuador. An average of 15,000 passengers pass through per day, leading to over 5.4 million passengers transiting the airport per year. 17 airlines operate from Quito International Airport, including Air Europa, KLM, United Airlines, and CopaAirlines.
Quito Airport Services
Accessibility for Travelers with Disabilities
Quito International Airport is fully equipped to ensure that passengers with disabilities feel safe and supported throughout their journey. There are escalators, elevators, ramps, adapted restrooms, and signage with braille throughout.
If you or your loved one requires wheelchair assistance, contact your airline at least 3 days before your flight to allow enough time to make the appropriate arrangements.
Baggage Services
Quito Airport Lounges
Free Wi-Fi
Quito Airport Parking
Two parking lots offer Quito Airport parking: the main parking lot opposite the terminal building and the parking lot at Wyndham Hotel. The hotel parking is slightly cheaper and the hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from the terminal.
Short-term parking
Park for $2 (€1.80) per hour
Best for day trips
Long-term
Park for up to $11 (€10) per day outside of the airport or $7 (€6) at Wyndham Quito Airport Hotel
Best for longer holidays
Drop-off and pick up
Park on the curbside outside of the Arrivals Hall for up to 15 minutes for free.
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Quito Educador Airport is a small yet busy airport. There is one passenger terminal building that is divided into domestic and international departures on the upper floor, but the ground floor is the Arrivals Hall, which both sides share. There is also a satellite terminal called “South Terminal” that has a range of travel agents and a food court. Throughout the building, you’ll have access to plenty of facilities for the modern traveler, including Wi-Fi, charging stations, bottle-filling stations, pet relief areas, restrooms, wheelchair services, baby change rooms, and more.
Passenger terminal (North)
Passenger terminal (South)
Transportation options from and to Quito International Airport
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By Bus
Hop on the 198 bus to arrive in the city center in 1 hour.
*Departure every 30 minutes
By Taxi
Get a Quito Airport taxi from the taxi stand outside of the Arrivals Hall.
Or, for a more personalized ride, you can book a private Quito Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Book a car rental from Quito Airport from the kiosks in the Arrivals Hall
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Quito Airport
Buses
Three buses travel from Quito Airport to the city center: 198, 199, and 200. These services are run by different companies and are available between 06:00 and 22:00 every day.
The bus stop is on the right side as you exit the Arrivals Hall.
Rental cars
Taxis and private transfers
Quito Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Quito Airport: 24/7
Shops: Most shops are open 24/7
Food and Drink: Most coffee shops and restaurants are open 24/7
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
Quito Airport code: UIO
IACO code: SEQM
Contact Information
General information:+(593 2) 395-4200 / +(593 2) 395-4300
Airport email: Online form
Lost property: Contact your airline
Frequently Asked Questions
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Quito Airport is in Ecuador.
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