Traveling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your UIO to SCY flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
$127 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight. A return flight starts at $241. These prices may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from UIO to SCY, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from UIO to SCY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport.
Handy information about Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
88.71% of flights leaving Mariscal Sucre International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from UIO.
Central Quito to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is around 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to UIO? If you're catching an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
Book a hotel near SCY if you have a late Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to central San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport is approximately 8 kilometers from central San Cristobal. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit San Cristobal based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Cristobal Airport for March if you want to go to San Cristobal during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to SCY in September. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Puerto Ayora is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Cristobal. Around 88 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Jardin Ceramica, Laboratorio de Invertebrados Terrestres and El Edén Park.
Around 5 kilometers west of San Cristobal, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is another favorite stop in Ecuador. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Playa Tijeretas, El Humedal and Martha Bucaram de Roldos La Concha Acústica.
