Riobamba to Chiclayo flights
Chiclayo lies 583 km (362 mi) south of Riobamba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 30 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Riobamba | Chiclayo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Peru |
| Population | 264,048 | 609,400 |
| Elevation | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Nearest large airport | LTX, 84 km out | CIX, 4 km out |
| Postal codes | 060101–060114 | 14001–16440 |
What changes when you arrive in Chiclayo
Crossing from Ecuador into Peru: money changes from the Dollar to the Sol (PEN); sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +51; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648807 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648856.
Airports at each end
Leaving Riobamba
Riobamba is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), 84 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 12,117-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS, 92 km).
Arriving in Chiclayo
Chiclayo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport (CIX), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,266 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | 4 km (2 mi) | 8,266 ft | 97 ft |
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Staying in Chiclayo
Our booking partner lists 131 places to stay in Chiclayo. Of the 84 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (50). Across 24 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 10,332 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chiclayo from Riobamba?
583 km (362 mi) in a straight line, south of Riobamba.
How long does it take to get from Riobamba to Chiclayo by air?
About 1 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riobamba and Chiclayo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riobamba to Chiclayo flights?
Typically Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) to Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport (CIX).
What currency do I need in Chiclayo?
The Sol (PEN).
Where can I stay in Chiclayo?
Our booking partner lists 131 places to stay in Chiclayo, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.