Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Quito six hours behind Barcelona.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your BCN to UIO flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between BCN and UIO include:
El Dorado International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
C$546 is the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$1,042. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BCN to UIO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BCN to UIO.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Consider staying in a hotel near UIO if you're on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and chase adventure across Quito and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Mariscal Sucre International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport to central Quito has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Quito based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC (45ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to UIO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Quito. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil.
Cuenca is another well-known destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No journey is complete without a visit to El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.