Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston.
You can choose from ten weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flights. The 17:10 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:15.
Leave enough time to make your IAH to UIO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Quito (and then exploring more of Ecuador!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IAH to UIO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IAH and UIO include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is Rs51,535. A return ticket is currently Rs123,104. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from IAH to UIO by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAH to UIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
78.42% of flights that leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IAH? If you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to UIO if you're taking a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar to explore Quito and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Mariscal Sucre International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Quito based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with the temperature ranging between 7ºC and 19ºC. Book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IAH to UIO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Quito. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil.
Cuenca is another standout destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No journey is complete without visiting El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
