Quito to Esmeraldas flights
Esmeraldas lies 182 km (113 mi) north-west of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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.
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| Quito | Esmeraldas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.8 million | 218,727 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | UIO, 22 km out | ESM, 4 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Quito
Quito is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), 22 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 13,445-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX, 76 km).
Arriving in Esmeraldas
Esmeraldas is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,874 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Concha Torres International Airport | ESM | 4 km (2 mi) | 7,874 ft | 32 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Esmeraldas from Quito?
182 km (113 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Quito.
How long does it take to get from Quito to Esmeraldas by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quito and Esmeraldas?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Which airports are used for Quito to Esmeraldas flights?
Typically Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM).
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.