Quito to Pitalito flights
Pitalito lies 360 km (223 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 13 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 | Pitalito | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 135,711 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 1,265 m (4,150 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | UIO, 22 km out | FLA, 62 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Pitalito
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 Pitalito
Pitalito is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport (FLA), 62 km (39 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,921 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN, 91 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport (regional) | FLA | 62 km (39 mi) | 4,921 ft | 803 ft |
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport (regional) | PPN | 91 km (57 mi) | 6,266 ft | 5,687 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Pitalito from Quito?
360 km (223 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quito.
How long does it take to get from Quito to Pitalito by air?
About 1 h 13 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 Pitalito?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Quito to Pitalito flights?
Typically Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport (FLA); Pitalito also has PPN.
What currency do I need in Pitalito?
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.