Question 1

How long is the flight from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Quito to Galapagos typically takes around 2 hours 9 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 3 hours 45 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Quito to Galapagos, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 3 to 4 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Quito to Galapagos are operated by, among others, Avianca and LATAM Chile. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with LATAM Chile (via Guayaquil) and Avianca (via Guayaquil). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Quito to Galapagos operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Quito to Galapagos, there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Quito to Galapagos?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Quito to Galapagos, there are around 3 to 4 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Quito to Galapagos depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Quito to Galapagos usually departs at 6:50 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Galapagos.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Quito to Galapagos depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Quito to Galapagos usually departs at 1:00 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1688 02h 15min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1639 03h 40min	Avianca	?	$399
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1638 03h 50min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1639 03h 40min	Avianca		$403
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1688 02h 15min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1689 02h 10min	Avianca		$413
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1688 02h 15min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1689 02h 10min	Avianca	?	$427
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1638 03h 50min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1639 03h 40min	Avianca	?	$438
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1361, LA1411 18h 55min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (GYE) AV1639, AV1639 03h 40min	LATAM Chile	?	$480
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1361, LA1411 18h 55min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1412, LA1362 17h 52min	LATAM Chile		$517
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV1638 03h 50min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV1639 03h 40min	Avianca	?	$517
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1361, LA1411 18h 55min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1412, LA1362 17h 52min	LATAM Chile		$533
Quito Galapagos	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1377, LA1411 16h 52min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (GYE) LA1414, LA1364 22h 32min	LATAM Chile		$552

Roundtrip from	$398.10
Flight duration	min. 01:50 / max. 02:54
Return flight duration	min. 01:50/ max. 02:45
Distance	1326 km
Flights per week	48
Departure airport	Airport Quito-Mariscal Sucre (UIO)
Departure country	Flights from Ecuador
Arrival airport	Airport Galapagos Islands Baltra (GPS)
Destination country	Flights to Ecuador
Departure country - Arrival airport	Ecuador - Galapagos Islands Baltra
Departure airport - Destination country	Quito-Mariscal Sucre - Ecuador

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