Can I fly direct from Houston to Quito?

Direct flights from Houston to Quito are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 14.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stops, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Quito?

A direct flight from Houston to Quito typically takes around 5 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 3800 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 10 hours and 54 minutes. The median direct flight time is 320 minutes, while flights with one stop average 654 minutes.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Houston to Quito?

Historically, flights with a layover from Houston to Quito tend to be more economical. The median price for connecting flights is $592, whereas direct flights have a median price of $873. This represents a price premium of approximately 47% for direct flights. Direct flights constitute about 23.1% of the available options across the trailing 90 days.

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Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

A typical journey from Houston to Quito takes about 21h 4m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the time spent on flights and layovers. When flights do connect, travelers can expect 2 stopovers on average to reach Quito.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Houston to Quito, prices are currently below the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $474–$1091, with a median of $779. Right now, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that deals are infrequent for this route.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito is typically in April, with median fares around $535. Following closely, May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $552. March is another favorable month, showing median fares of $602 for this route.

The flight distance from Houston to Quito covers approximately 3800 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul journey. This distance typically involves a significant amount of travel time, often necessitating connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

Regular price: $384 - $1,121

Prices for flights from Houston to Quito are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Quito is between $384 and $1121. The current lowest deal is $504 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 2 to Nov 11.

now $504

Low $384

High $1,121

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Quito is April, with a median price of $535. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $893. Prices are generally lower from March to July.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $535

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $893

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Direct flights from Houston to Quito

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Last-minute flights going from Houston to Quito

Wed, Aug 5

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IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Volaris

$459

$677

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IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$455

$656

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Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

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$455

$729

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Frontier Airlines

$588

$795

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IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$547

$760

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Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines

$544

$849

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Quito

4 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 14

$521 → $553

12 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 13

$472 → $506

23 nights

Oct 19 - Nov 11

$467 → $508

22 nights

Oct 19 - Nov 10

$467 → $508

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Quito

Houston - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to Quito are below the typical level at $504.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $535.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect flights to take 21h 4m

The typical flight duration from Houston to Quito is 21 hours and 4 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a recent deal

Frontier Airlines offered a recent deal for $504 from November 2-November 11.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Houston to Quito are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a major hub for flights from Houston to Quito.

📍 ~30 km from Houston city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$567

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers another option for flights from Houston to Quito.

📍 ~15 km from Houston city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$569

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is the most affordable option for flights from Houston to Quito.

📍 ~20 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$567

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

Consider GYE for comparable international connectivity within Ecuador, offering an extensive network of flights.

📍 ~270 km from Quito (approximately 7 hours by road, may require a separate domestic flight).

💸 Flights from ~$379

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

Historically, the best prices for flights from Houston to Quito are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $526. Booking 28-59 days out sees an average price of $882, while booking 60 or more days in advance generally results in an average price of $929. These trends are observed across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Houston to Quito is considered to be $474 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $779. Fares can range higher, with 75% of prices observed at $1091 or below.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Quito are April and May, with median prices of $535 and $552, respectively. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $602. These prices are generally lower than the annual median price of $779, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

Regular price: $384 - $1,121

Prices for flights from Houston to Quito are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Quito is between $384 and $1121. The current lowest deal is $504 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 2 to Nov 11.

now $504

Low $384

High $1,121

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

April

Cheapest

Flights from $535

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $893

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Dec