What is the cheapest way to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala?

The cheapest way to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala?

The fastest way to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala is to fly and bus which takes 1h 46m and costs $140 - $300.

How far is it from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala?

The distance between Quito Airport (UIO) and Machala is 445 km. The road distance is 508.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala, including transfers.

Can I drive from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala is 508 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala.

Where can I stay near Machala?

There are 69+ hotels available in Machala.

Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Santa Rosa Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR)UIO - ETR
2. Take the bus from Santa Rosa to Machala
1h 46m
$143–296
Drive 508.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala508.5 km
7h 38m
$29–42
Car, bus via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
1. Drive from Quito Airport to QuitoTransfer In/Out Tababela
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to MachalaQuito
11h 14m
$42–51
Fly to Cuenca, bus
1. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE)UIO - CUE
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Machala
4h 11m
$82–136
Car, bus
1. Drive from Quito Airport to QuitoTransfer In/Out Tababela
2. Take the bus from Quito to MachalaQuito
11h 20m
$43–50
Car, bus via Machala
1. Drive from Quito Airport to QuitoTransfer In/Out Tababela
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to MachalaQuito
13h 15m
$41–52

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) flights

14Weekly Planes

47 minAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala.

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Distance: 444.5 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Quito Airport (UIO), Ecuador and Machala, Ecuador?

There is no direct connection from Quito Airport (UIO) to Machala. However, you can fly to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR), take the taxi to Santa Rosa, then take the bus to Machala. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Quito Airport to Machala via Quito, San Diego, and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe in around 11h 14m.

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