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Round-trip flights to Quito
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Toronto (YYZ)to
Quito (UIO)Oct 28, 2026 - Nov 03, 2026
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CAD 714
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Montreal (YUL)to
Quito (UIO)May 20, 2027 - Jun 02, 2027
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CAD 834
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Round-trip fares to Quito
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Toronto (YYZ)to
Quito (UIO)
Dec 31, 2026 - Jan 14, 2027
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CAD 755
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Montreal (YUL)to
Quito (UIO)
Feb 02, 2027 - Mar 02, 2027
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CAD 941
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Destination facts
Destination airports
- Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
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Fly to Quito with Copa Air
Fly to Quito through the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City. Ecuador's capital sits in the Andes, surrounded by volcanoes and very close to the equator, and its Historic Center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Choose your departure city and dates to see available flights to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO).
View flightsWhat should you know before traveling to Quito?
Quito uses the US dollar, sits at about 2,850 meters above sea level and has mild temperatures almost all year. Its international airport, Mariscal Sucre, is in Tababela.
Airport
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), located in Tababela.
Currency
The official currency is the US dollar (USD).
Weather and seasons
Quito has a high-altitude Andean climate: temperatures are mild almost all year, and sun, clouds and rain can alternate in a single day.
Altitude
Quito sits at about 2,850 meters above sea level. Below, we explain how to enjoy your first days.
Is Quito right for you?
Yes, if you are drawn to an Andean capital with a World Heritage historic center, viewpoints surrounded by volcanoes, the equator and nature close by. Depending on your type of trip, these are the plans that fit best.
Culture and history
The Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its squares, churches, convents and museums.
Couples
Sunsets from the rooftops of the Itchimbía neighborhood and evenings in La Ronda, with music, colonial balconies and warm lights.
Families
Ciudad Mitad del Mundo, where you can take a photo with one foot in each hemisphere, and Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park, with trails, picnic areas and playgrounds.
Nature and adventure
The inhabited Pululahua crater, the páramo of Cotopaxi National Park and the Mindo cloud forest, one of the best places for birdwatching.
Art and neighborhoods with character
The murals, fairs and cafés of La Floresta, and the cobblestone streets and viewpoint of Guápulo.
Quito flavors
Hornado, yahuarlocro and Andean fruit juices at the Mercado Central, and blackberry, naranjilla or taxo ice cream in La Ronda.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
It depends on your plans. June, July and August tend to be relatively dry, with better chances of clear skies, a good time for viewpoints, Mitad del Mundo and day trips.
Driest months
June, July and August tend to be the driest, with more clear mornings to see the volcanoes around the city.
Verano de las Artes Quito
In August, the festival brings music, dance, theater and exhibitions to squares and parks.
Colada morada and guaguas de pan
Around Día de los Difuntos in November, markets and bakeries make colada morada and guaguas de pan.
Fiestas de Quito
In early December, the city celebrates with concerts, fairs and cultural activities, followed by the Christmas program.
Before you go
Check the weather for the exact place you will visit, not just Quito's general forecast, and see the official events calendar.
How can you enjoy Quito's altitude from day one?
Quito sits at 2,850 meters above sea level. Take your first day easy and save long walks and higher-altitude day trips for later: most visitors adjust better when they slow down during the first 24 to 48 hours.
Day 1, no rush
Walk, but in short distances with breaks. If you start with the Historic Center, plan routes of just a few blocks and avoid long staircases at first.
Eat light
Choose small, easy-to-digest meals, and avoid or keep alcohol to a minimum on your first day.
Rest early
Sleep is part of acclimatization: a good first night makes your second day more enjoyable.
From day two on
If you feel good, add longer walks, viewpoints and more demanding experiences. Save higher-altitude trips, such as Cotopaxi, until you have adjusted.
Which area of Quito is best to stay in?
It depends on your trip: the Historic Center if you want to be close to squares, churches and museums; La Floresta if you want a creative neighborhood with cafés and street art; La Carolina if you prefer modern Quito next to a large park; and Guápulo if you like a quiet setting with valley views.
Historic Center
A UNESCO World Heritage Site. A good fit for history and culture trips, to explore Plaza Grande, Plaza San Francisco and La Ronda on foot.
La Floresta
Street art is everywhere here: colorful murals, independent cinema, fairs and cafés. A good fit if you want a relaxed base for walking and eating out.
La Carolina
Modern Quito, around the large green lung of the north-central area, with the Botanical Garden. A good fit for business trips or if you want a park nearby.
Guápulo
It keeps its colonial character, with cobblestone streets and a viewpoint over the Cumbayá valley. A good fit if you prefer a quiet setting.
What places should you visit in Quito?
The Historic Center, the viewpoints, the equator and the nature around the city offer the best plans. For each place, we tell you who it is for.
Historic Center and Plaza Grande
Plaza Grande is surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral and Carondelet Palace, the seat of government. On Mondays at noon you can watch the presidential changing of the guard. Ideal for getting to know the city.
La Compañía and San Francisco
The Church of La Compañía de Jesús, almost completely covered in gold leaf, and the Church and Convent of San Francisco, with its large square. Ideal for lovers of colonial art.
La Ronda
A traditional cobblestone street with flower-filled balconies, craft workshops and traditional ice cream, known for its lively music and nightlife. Ideal for the afternoon and evening.
El Panecillo
A viewpoint over the Historic Center and northern Quito. On clear days you can also see Cotopaxi volcano. Ideal for city photos.
Itchimbía Park
It combines green areas with a panoramic view of the Historic Center and is also a cultural space with events and fairs. Ideal for watching the sunset.
Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park
A forest above the city, with trails and viewpoints over the Tumbaco valley. Ideal for walking, a picnic or a family outing.
Ciudad Mitad del Mundo
Declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador, it marks the equator with its monument and interactive exhibits. It hosts cultural events on Saturdays and Sundays. Ideal for families.
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
One of the few inhabited volcanic craters in the world, with a viewpoint and trails into the crater. Go in the morning, when visibility tends to be better. Ideal to combine with Mitad del Mundo.
Cotopaxi National Park
An ideal place to enjoy Andean flora and fauna. Visiting Limpiopungo Lagoon and the route toward the José Rivas refuge are some of the favorite activities. Ideal for mountain lovers, once you have adjusted to the altitude.
Mindo
A cloud forest valley known worldwide for its birds, with trails to waterfalls and cacao experiences. Ideal for birdwatching and being close to nature.
How do you get to Quito with Copa?
Choose your departure city, connect at the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City and continue to Quito.
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Choose your departure city
In the search tool you will see the routes and flights to Quito (UIO) available for your dates.
Connect in Panama
Copa connections are made at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. Follow your boarding pass to your next flight.
Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport
After landing, go through immigration with your travel documents and head to your hotel.
What happens when you arrive at Quito's airport?
You go through immigration with your passport or ID card, depending on your nationality, collect your bags, go through customs and head to your transfer or an authorized taxi.
Go through immigration
Show a valid, unexpired passport. Citizens of some South American countries can use their national ID card, and some nationalities need a visa: check the requirements for your nationality before you travel.
Collect your bags and go through customs
Customs control starts after you pick up your bags. Keep your passport handy to be scanned. If you are bringing goods you must declare, present the Customs Registration Form (FRA).
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Head to your transfer
The airport's authorized taxis operate 24 hours a day, every day, at the terminal exit. Car rental agencies are in the public arrivals hall. You can also look for your booked transfer provider, or ask for help at the tourist information point in the international arrivals area.
How do you get around Quito?
To get from the airport to your area, use a booked transfer, your hotel's transfer, an authorized taxi or a rental car. Once in the city, plan your days by area and explore the Historic Center on foot.
From the airport to your area
Travel time depends on traffic, weather and where you are staying. If your hotel includes a transfer or you booked one, confirm it before you travel.
Plan by area
Group nearby places on the same day: the Historic Center on one, viewpoints and neighborhoods such as La Floresta and Guápulo on another, and Mitad del Mundo with Pululahua on another.
Day trips outside the city
For Cotopaxi, Mindo or Pululahua, book a tour or a private transfer, or rent a car: it can be useful for trips outside the city.
What practical tips are good to know before traveling to Quito?
Dress in layers, wear sun protection even when it is cloudy, keep a waterproof jacket in your bag and wear comfortable shoes for the cobblestone streets.
Dress in layers
Wear layers so you can take some off when the sun comes out and put them back on with wind, clouds or rain.
Sun
The altitude and closeness to the equator mean UV radiation can be high even on cool or cloudy days. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and seek shade between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Footwear
The Historic Center's cobblestone streets are best explored in comfortable shoes with good grip, especially when it rains.
Tourist information
At the tourist information points, such as the one at the airport and the one in the Municipal Palace next to Plaza Grande, you will find maps and bilingual staff to help you plan your days.
Cash at markets
Bring some cash to shop at the markets.
Quito flavors
In the Historic Center, try empanadas, helado de paila and, in season, colada morada. To finish, a pristiño with panela syrup.
What can you do in Quito in a week?
This is an optional idea: start slowly because of the altitude, combine the city, the equator and nature, leave a free day and adjust it to your pace.
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Day 1: Arrival and rest
Settle into your area, take an easy walk around and eat light.
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Day 2: Historic Center
Explore Plaza Grande, La Compañía and San Francisco, and end the day in La Ronda.
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Day 3: Viewpoints and neighborhoods
Go up to El Panecillo or Itchimbía Park, and in the afternoon stroll through La Floresta or Guápulo.
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Day 4: Mitad del Mundo
Go in the morning to the Pululahua crater viewpoint and continue to Ciudad Mitad del Mundo.
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Day 5: Day trip
Choose between Cotopaxi National Park, if you like the páramo and volcanoes, or Mindo, if you prefer the cloud forest and birds.
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Day 6: Free day
Rest, walk in Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park or have hornado for lunch at the Mercado Central.
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Day 7: Departure
Depending on your flight time, enjoy the morning before heading to the airport.
Where can you find official destination information?
These official sites publish current information on requirements, entry and things to do in the city.
Visit Quito
Official site of Quito Turismo.
Ecuador Travel
Official tourism promotion site of Ecuador's Ministry of Tourism.
Tourist entry
Immigration control procedure of the Ministry of the Interior.
Countries that require a visa
Official list from Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Customs for travelers
Information from Ecuador's National Customs Service.
Quito Airport
Official information from Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Frequently asked questions about traveling to Quito
Quick answers to the most common questions before you travel.
Do I need a visa to travel to Quito?
It depends on your nationality. Check the official list from Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the entry requirements for your nationality and travel date.
What should I know if it is my first time in Quito?
Check the entry requirements for your nationality, take your first day easy because of the altitude, bring layers and sun protection, and choose your area based on your type of trip.
How can I enjoy Quito if I am coming from a low-altitude city?
Quito sits at about 2,850 meters. Take the first 24 to 48 hours easy and save long walks and higher-altitude trips for later.
Which area is best to stay in Quito?
It depends on your trip: the Historic Center for history and culture, La Floresta for cafés and street art, La Carolina for modern Quito and Guápulo for a quiet setting.
Historic Center or La Floresta?
The Historic Center puts you a few steps from squares, churches, museums and La Ronda. La Floresta is a creative neighborhood with murals, independent cinema and cafés, a comfortable base for walking and eating out.
How many days do you need to see Quito?
Plan several days to see the Historic Center, Mitad del Mundo, the city's neighborhoods and at least one nearby natural area. You will find a one-week idea above.
What can you do in Quito if you only have 48 hours?
Spend the first day at an easy pace in the Historic Center, with Plaza Grande, La Compañía and La Ronda, and the second at Pululahua and Ciudad Mitad del Mundo.
Is Mitad del Mundo worth visiting?
Yes, if you would like to stand on the equator: Ciudad Mitad del Mundo has its monument, interactive exhibits and cultural events on Saturdays and Sundays. Combine it with the Pululahua crater viewpoint.
How do you visit Cotopaxi from Quito?
Set aside a day and go on a booked tour, a private transfer or a rental car. Plan it after you have adjusted to the altitude and bring warm clothes, rain gear and sun protection.
Cotopaxi or Mindo if you only have one day?
It depends on what you are looking for: Cotopaxi for the páramo, volcanoes and Limpiopungo Lagoon; Mindo for the cloud forest, birds and trails to waterfalls.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
It depends on your plans. June, July and August tend to be the driest months with the most clear skies. Check the forecast for the exact place before you go.
How do I get from the airport to my hotel?
With your booked transfer, your hotel's transfer, an authorized taxi or a rental car. Travel time depends on traffic and your area.
Which cities have Copa flights to Quito?
Use the search tool on this page to see departure cities and available dates. Copa connects Quito with its network through the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City.
Where can I buy tickets to Quito?
In the search tool on this page: choose your departure city and dates, review the available flights and buy your tickets to Quito on copaair.com.
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