Is a 4 hr layover in Quito long enough?
Yes, 4 hours is probably enough for a layover at UIO (Quito).
Is 4 hours enough for a layover at Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)?
Excessive buffer for UIO's compact layout, though useful if there are only a few daily onward flight options.
What is the minimum connection time at UIO?
Minimum connection times at Mariscal Sucre International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 4 hours connection at UIO on an international flight?
4 hours clears the 90-minute international minimum connection time at Mariscal Sucre International, but you should still head directly to your gate. The airport is a single building, so moving between the domestic and international sections is a short walk of 5-10 minutes along one concourse level. There is no train or shuttle needed, but any passenger arriving from outside Ecuador must pass through Immigration and collect and recheck bags at Customs before continuing to any onward flight, domestic or international, which is the real bottleneck rather than physical distance.
How much time do I need for a layover at UIO?
We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Mariscal Sucre International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at UIO?
Airline transfer desks are located past immigration/customs in the main terminal; LATAM Ecuador and Avianca Ecuador staff can rebook missed connections, though options may be limited given fewer daily frequencies compared to larger hubs.