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When is the best time of day to fly?

Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Quito to Cuenca. At $190 it is 17% cheaper than the average time. Afternoon (2pm - 5pm) is the most expensive time, 21% above average.

$223Morning$190Midday$276Afternoon$226Evening
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Time of dayAverage fare
Morning$223
Midday$190
Afternoon$276
Evening$226

What do round-trip flights from Quito to Cuenca cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

3%$100to $15013%$150to $20051%$200to $25019%$250to $30014%$300and up
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What do round-trip flights from Quito to Cuenca cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$100 to $1503%
$150 to $20013%
$200 to $25051%
$250 to $30019%
$300 and up14%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from Quito to Cuenca.

What is the typical flight duration from Quito to Cuenca?

The flight from Quito to Cuenca covers about 200 miles. A nonstop flight typically takes 58 minutes outbound, while the return leg is about 49 minutes, making the flight to Cuenca slightly longer than the flight back.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from Quito to Cuenca?

Yes, direct flights run from Quito to Cuenca every day. LATAM Airlines and Avianca are the two carriers currently scheduled non-stop, with LATAM flying 22 weekly flights and Avianca 15, all on daily service. The flight takes about an hour each way.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where an aircraft type is shown, it also comes from this database: for U.S. routes it is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight, and elsewhere in the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example "Airbus A320 family") rather than guess a member, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is simply omitted rather than estimated. Flights known only from the OPDI feed carry no aircraft type, because their flight numbers are synthetic and joining by flight number would attribute another flight's aircraft. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.

What are the ground transportation options in Cuenca?

Getting from Mariscal Lamar International Airport to downtown Cuenca is quick and cheap: taxis wait at the terminal and the 3 km ride to the center costs about $3. The modern Cuenca Tramway has an on-site station across the street from the terminal, with Line 1 running about six trains per hour on weekdays and connecting to Parque Industrial and Río Tarqui. City bus lines also serve downtown, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and InDriver are available. Taxis are the most used option for visitors arriving with luggage, while the tram is the fastest scheduled service for reaching central areas.
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Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Quito to Cuenca?

No overnight or red-eye flights operate from Quito to Cuenca — there are no nonstop red-eyes, and no connecting itinerary has an overnight long leg on this route.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from Quito to Cuenca?

LATAM Airlines and Avianca are the airlines currently scheduled non-stop from Quito to Cuenca. LATAM operates up to 22 weekly flights with multiple daily departures, while Avianca offers 15 weekly flights. Both carriers fly daily on this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Cuenca?

Cuenca has a single airport, Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE), located just a few kilometres from the historic centre. It serves domestic flights, primarily from Quito, and is convenient for reaching the city's colonial attractions.

How do I get to Mariscal Sucre Intl Airport from the city center?

From Quito city center, the cheapest way to reach Mariscal Sucre International Airport is the public bus — COSIBO and other municipal routes run north and south, taking 60 to 90 minutes and costing just a couple of dollars. Airport taxis, Uber, Cabify, or InDriver are the fastest and most popular options, typically reaching the terminal in 40 to 60 minutes at a moderate fare; there is also a private Aeroservicios shuttle to downtown and northern areas. Car rentals from Sixt, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, and Localiza offer full autonomy, with paid parking available at the airport.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cuenca airport?

Cuenca’s Mariscal Lamar International Airport has no hotels within the airport grounds, but several nearby options are available, including Hospedaje Fenix about 1.1 km (0.7 miles) away and Hotel La Farola 1.2 km (0.7 miles) from the terminal. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir is located less than five kilometers from the airport, close to Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and the city center. Given the airport’s proximity to central Cuenca, travelers have a range of lodging choices just a short distance away.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Cuenca Mariscal Lamar Airport?

Cuenca Mariscal Lamar Airport offers a Sala VIP Corpac lounge in the main terminal with Wi-Fi, TVs, internet terminals, and air conditioning, plus refreshments and newspapers. The lounge provides a dedicated VIP security channel and is open daily from 05:00 to 23:00. Children under 12 are admitted free with an adult. Passengers can access the lounge airside after passport control by taking the lift or stairs to level 2.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Quito and Cuenca airports?

At Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, wheelchair service can be requested in advance directly from your airline or arranged at the airline counter upon arrival; the airport also offers ramps, wide elevators, adapted toilets and drinking fountains, Braille signage, and a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program with free necklaces from the departures information desk. The airport holds Level 2 Accessibility Accreditation from Airports Council International, the first in Ecuador. For Mariscal Lamar International Airport in Cuenca, travelers should arrange mobility assistance through their airline before the flight.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from Quito to Cuenca?

LATAM Airlines operates the most flights on the Quito–Cuenca route, using Airbus A319 aircraft. Avianca also flies nonstop with Airbus A320s.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from Quito to Cuenca?

Flights from Quito to Cuenca are currently scheduled nonstop by LATAM Airlines and Avianca, both flying daily. Avianca is a Star Alliance member, while LATAM is not part of any global alliance. Other alliances may reach Cuenca via connections elsewhere, though no other carriers operate this route nonstop.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Quito?

When departing from Quito, you have three lounge options: Layover Stay, Sala VIP Domestica, and Sala VIP Internacional. Layover Stay is open around the clock with complimentary wine, newspapers, flight information, and disabled access, allowing a maximum four-hour stay. Sala VIP Internacional in the international terminal offers premium food, beer and wine, showers, Wi-Fi, TVs, and flight monitors, with access limited to three hours and only for passengers on international flights. Sala VIP Domestica serves the domestic terminal and is open from 04:00 to 22:00. Access to the VIP lounges is available through Priority Pass, Lounge Key, Lounge Club, Lounge Pass, Diners Club, and certain local bank cards, with standard entry from $30 to $42 per person.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same-day changes and standby on Quito to Cuenca depend on the airline and fare purchased, with flexible and higher cabin tickets offering the most options and Basic Economy typically not allowing them.