Quito Airport offers the visitor a wide array of diverse transportation services. The first question that comes to you as a traveler is. How will I get from the Quito Airport into the city? what options and services are available once I arrive to Quito airport? what are the Quito Airport taxi rates? Know the distance, in order to have an idea of the time it will take you to get to the Quito city, questions, about Quito airport private shuttle and other ways of transportation to the city.
Quito Airport Taxi
The first and easiest way is to book a car service before hand, whom will meet and greet with you at the airports arriving gate, help with your bags, whether your flight is on time or delayed, thanks to technology, your driver will be able to track it and, be there when you arrive. This reliable service has a fixed rate of $30 from Quito Airport to any part of the Quito Metropolitan Area. click here to book this service.
Airport Pick-Up Booking
Since February 2013 Quito new airport “Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre” which for simplicity purposes should be called “Quito International”, opened its doors for travelers from around the world, with a great advantages, which are small, functional and modern, making it easy to get around..
There are several options according to your budget and time of arrival that we, will explain from A to Z right this moment.
How long will it take me to get from Quito Airport to Downtown Quito?
It basically depends if you decide to ride a Taxi or go by Bus
Time by Taxi
It will be a 45 minute ride approximate time, by car service (taxi) from the Quito Airport to Quitos Metropolitan Area.
The price range is between $30 and $40 (dollars) depending to what part of Quito you will need to go, distance and type of service, click here to quote a ride.
The cost by taxi to nearby accommodation ( airport hotels) can go from $10 to $15 once again depending how far away from the airport your accommodation is located.
Getting to Quito by Bus
If you decide to go by bus, the bus leaves the airport every 20 minutes and will go from the Quito Airport located in Tababela to the old airport located a bit north from the heart of Quito, once you get to the old airport which at the moment is a part (Bicentenario), from there you will need to find another bus or take a taxi to your accommodation.
Times by bus
It will take about 60 minutes, so an extra 20 minutes additional to the time to get from the Old Airport to your accommodation, either by bus or taxi. So leave some extra time to get to your hotel of approximately 1h20 minutes by bus.
Buses
The cost range is between $2 (green bus) and $8 the white bus, the green bus will take you to a a terminal called Rio Coca Terminal, from there the same thing you will need to get either another bus to get you close to the palce you need to go or, take a taxi to your accommodation, and $9 white bus, depending on the bus that you take, buses working schedule is from 6 am to 11:00pm during weekdays and till 10:30 pm.
What is the distance from Quito Airport to Downtown Quito?
Distance from the Quito airport to Downtown Quito (La Mariscal area) is about 22 miles.
Hotel Shuttles
Shuttle hotel buses are not available for every hotel, you will have to get in touch with your hotel in order to make ask if they are providing this service or not. But most hotels don’t have this service.
Trip Tips for a long layover at the Quito airport
If you are at the Quito airport and have spare time maybe you would like to use your time wisely and have a short day or half day guided escorted tour of Quito Old town, visit the Equator Line Solar Museum, relax in the Hot Volcanic Spring Waters Surrounded by Andean Mountains or Visit the famous Otavalo Indian Market. Well if you think you fit into this idea, customize your private half day or full day tour, click here to take a look at tours information and prices.
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Biosafety at Quito Airport
Quito airport has made a great effort to implement biosafety measurements and protocols in order to avoid COVID19 cases among Quito Airport users,
- DISINFECTION of all areas from passenger terminal
- CAPACITY REDUCTION In circulation areas In pre-boarding hall
- CONSTANT COMMUNICATION ON PROTECTIVE AND HYGIENE PRACTICES
- Use of mask
- Social distance
- Frequent hand disinfection
Quito Airport Service Guide for travelers
Free WIFI
Connect with the world from any device for free at any of the Domestic or International Departure Lounges .
Charging hubs availability
Charging hubs are located in all departure lounges. This way you can travel with your mobile device fully charged.
Bottle refill stations
Stay hydrated during your stay at the Quito airport with the bottle refilling service. It will not be allowed to use as a drinking fountain. Located in different spots along the airport.
Self check-in
Speed up the check-in process and avoid long lines by using the self check-in kiosks at the Public Departures Hall.
VIP Services
Domestic and International VIP Lounges
Relax before you travel at the comfortable lounges and enjoy the unique advantages which have been designed for an unbeatable stay, including:
- Calm and cozy environment.
- Varied snacks and drinks.
- Alcoholic beverages (1 per passenger with the registration of their boarding pass).
- Showers and relaxation room (International VIP Lounge only). Temporarily closed for COVID-19.
- Free entry for children up to 4 years old (one child per adult).
- Wi-Fi Internet service.
- Cable TV.
Prices:
Domestic VIP Lounge: $25.00 including VAT (per person).
International VIP Lounge: $34.00 including VAT (per person).
How to access the VIP Lounges?
The lounges are available to all passengers. You may access the lounges by any of the following means:
Payment in cash or by credit card (Diners Card or Titanium members obtain a 15% discount, Pacificard Platinum members obtain a 10% discount).
Invitation issued by the airline.
Using one of the following cards.
Quito Lounge (Domestic VIP Lounge)
Free access with:
- Black cards
- Diners Sphaera: Free entry and a guest.
- Diners McNamara: Free entry plus five guests.
- Titanium Infinite: Free entry plus a guest.
- Titanium Mastercard Black Beyond: Free entry with one guest.
- Diners Club Advantage y Miles / Titanium Visa Signature / Titanium MasterCard Black: Free entry without guests, guests apply 15% discount. Cost: $21,25 including VAT (per person).
- Diners Advantage: Free entry without guests.
- Diners Club International: (issued abroad) Free entry without guests.
- Priority Pass (free passes depending on the agreement with the issuing bank).
- Lounge Key/Lounge Club (Free passes depending on the agreement with the issuing bank).
- Lounge Pass
- DreamFolks
Access with discount:
- Diners Club Internacional (Ecuador): 15% discount.
- Titanium Platinum: 15% discount.
- Pacificard Platinum: 10% discount.
Mitad del Mundo Lounge (International VIP Lounge)
Free access with:
- Black cards of the following local banks: (Visa signature, Visa Infinite, Mastercard Black, Visa PYME, American Express*):
- Diners Sphaera: Free entry plus a guest.
- Diners McNamara: Free entry plus five guests.
- Titanium Infinite: Free entry plus a guest.
- Titanium Mastercard Black Beyond: Free entry with one guest.
- Diners Club International (issued abroad): Free entry without guests.
- Priority Pass (Free passes depending on the agreement with the issuing bank).
- Diners Club Advantage y Miles / Titanium Visa Signature / Titanium MasterCard Black: free access to the card holder (conditions apply), guests apply 15% discount. Cost: $28.90 including VAT (per person).
- Lounge Key/Lounge Club (Free passes depending on the agreement with the issuing bank).
- Lounge Pass
- DreamFolks
Access with discount:
- Diners Club Internacional (Ecuador): 15% discount.
- Titanium Platinum: 15% discount.
- Pacificard Platinum: 10% discount.
Car Rentals
If renting a vehicle is the option for you.
The following companies can be found at the Arrivals Hall at the Terminal:
- Sixt: +(593-2) 281 8410,
+(593-2) 281 8435 - Avis: +(593-2) 601-6000,
+(593-2) 281-8160 - Localiza: +(593-2) 600-2975,
+(593-2) 600-2976,
+(593-2) 600-2977 - Budget: +(593-2) 281-8040,
+(593-2) 281-8000 - Europcar: +(593-2) 222-8688
- Enterprise: +(593-2) 3932120, +(593-2) 3932121, +(593-2) 3932122
Shopping
Arrival Hall
FLOR DE LIZ
The best Ecuadorian roses and flowers.
Departure Hall
PLAZA RUANA
Souvenir shop with the spirit of a local plaza or market. souvenirs or gifts, traditional and representative of Quito and Ecuador.
NOMAD TRAVEL STORES
books and magazines. Souvenirs and travel accessories.
Temporarily closed in Departures Hall.
Domestic Departures
QUITO AIRPORT CENTER
Shopping Center, perfect complement for passenger area of Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Link: https://quitoairportcenter.com/
EUPHORIA
At Euphoria look and feel incredible.
NOMAD TRAVEL STORES
Variety of books and magazines. Souvenirs and travel accessories.
Temporarily closed in the public Departures Hall.
UOMO VENETTO
The best selection of modern and light suits for men.
International departures
THE LEGENDARY HAT CO.
Hats, leather bags and more items make by hand every detail.
CAMARÓN A BORDO
The best Ecuadorian frozen seafood products.
TOC GALLERY
Jewelry with original unique designs.
TIKUNA
A tradition of beauty and quality. Textiles and handicrafts of the cultural richness of Ecuador
REPÚBLICA DE CACAO
The highest quality fine aroma chocolate, 100% Ecuadorian.
Temporarily closed: International Departures hall
ARTE ECUADOR
Guayasamín Original designs and copies of art work by the artist.
Restaurants and Cafes
bar, ‘grab n go’ and café.
Find a quick snack to go here.
American restaurant meat prepared in its own delicious style.
American restaurant that transports to the 50’s with its retro decoration.Temporarily closed: International Departures Hall.
Where the Tex-Mex gastronomic experience is fused with typical Ecuadorian dishes.
Ideal restaurant for chicken lovers in all its forms: sandwiches, fingers and wings, combined with a breakfast service.
Ecuadorian Coffe
Temporarily closed: International Departures
SMARTPHONE SOLUCIONES
Rent of routers for internet service in Ecuador. Sale of SIM with service for USA and Spain.
Phone booths, internet, accessories and SIM cards
Currency Exchange Quito Airport
AEROGERPSA (BAGGAGE TROLLEYS)
Transport your baggage comfortably and quickly using baggage trolley
SECURE WRAP
Protect your baggage with plastic wrapping system
One comment
Julia
May 31, 2022 at 9:41 pm
Please confirm/quote for a taxi transfer from Quito airport to hotel Vieja Cuba, La Niña N26-202 & Av Diego de Almagro. 2 persons
Many thanks