Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the LGW - UIO route are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from LGW to UIO, check if you need a visa to enter Ecuador. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is $402. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $843. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LGW to UIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 80 kilometers from central London, London Gatwick Airport can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your vacation? Stay near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
If you're on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near UIO:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from the center of Quito. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Quito in April.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with the temperature ranging between 7ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LGW to UIO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Quito
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Quito right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from LGW to UIO:
Quito Old Town and Basilica del Voto Nacional are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Quito to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at El Panecillo.
Complete your Quito trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Quito escape.