Riobamba to Santo Domingo de los Colorados flights
Santo Domingo de los Colorados lies 167 km (104 mi) north of Riobamba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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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| Riobamba | Santo Domingo de los Colorados | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 264,048 | 458,580 |
| Elevation | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) | 555 m (1,821 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | LTX, 84 km out | UIO, 93 km out |
| Postal codes | 060101–060114 | 230101–230211 |
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 Santo Domingo de los Colorados
Santo Domingo de los Colorados is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), 93 km (58 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, 96 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | UIO | 93 km (58 mi) | 13,445 ft | 7,841 ft |
| Cotopaxi International Airport (regional) | LTX | 96 km (60 mi) | 12,117 ft | 9,205 ft |
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Staying in Santo Domingo de los Colorados
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Common questions
How far is Santo Domingo de los Colorados from Riobamba?
167 km (104 mi) in a straight line, north of Riobamba.
How long does it take to get from Riobamba to Santo Domingo de los Colorados by air?
About 58 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 Santo Domingo de los Colorados?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riobamba to Santo Domingo de los Colorados flights?
Typically Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO); Santo Domingo de los Colorados also has LTX.
Where can I stay in Santo Domingo de los Colorados?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Santo Domingo de los Colorados, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.