Quito to Madrid flights
Madrid lies 727 km (452 mi) north-east of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 41 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.
| Quito | Madrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 135,000 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 2,547 m (8,356 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | UIO, 22 km out | BOG, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Madrid
Crossing from Ecuador into Colombia: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (COP); the dialling code becomes +57; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
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 Madrid
Madrid is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Dorado International Airport (BOG), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vanguardia Airport (VVC, 96 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | 13 km (8 mi) | 12,467 ft | 8,361 ft |
| Vanguardia Airport (regional) | VVC | 96 km (60 mi) | 5,616 ft | 1,394 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Madrid from Quito?
727 km (452 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quito.
How long does it take to get from Quito to Madrid by air?
About 1 h 41 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 Madrid?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Quito to Madrid flights?
Typically Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG); Madrid also has VVC.
What currency do I need in Madrid?
The Peso (COP).
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.