Flying from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) departing from here.
The timezone in Quito is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to UIO. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
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About Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
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Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Quito. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
$953 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Return flights start from $2,123. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to UIO. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Quito in April when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Quito. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Melbourne to UIO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 7ºC and 19ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in July when temperatures average between 7ºC and 18ºC.
More about Quito
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Quito Old Town and Basilica del Voto Nacional are just two of the top attractions to add to your Quito to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at El Panecillo.
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