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Ecuador

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Flights to Ecuador overview

Going searches for the best fares and sends members deals bookable 1-12 months in advance. Going members save approximately 33% compared to normal flight prices to Ecuador.

Cheapest Going deal

$192

Average price roundtrip

$574.66

Average Going deal price roundtrip

$383

Best month to fly

Going found the most deals with travel dates in January.

January

Worst month to fly

Going found the least deals with travel dates in July.

July

Top tips for finding a cheap flight to Ecuador

Book in the Goldilocks Window

People always ask us if there’s a best day of the week to book a flight. There isn’t, but there is a time period when prices tend to be cheapest. We call it the Goldilocks Window because it’s not too far ahead of your trip but not too last-minute either. It’s about 1–3 months before a domestic flight. For international trips, start looking earlier, 2–8 months ahead of your departure date.

If you’re traveling for an event and your dates aren’t flexible, or if you plan to travel during peak season, it’s best to look even earlier. Think June for a December holiday trip or December for summer travel. Last-minute deals are few and far between during busy travel seasons, with fare jumps happening 21, 14, and 7 days in advance, so don’t wait until the last minute to start planning.

Use the Greek Islands Trick

Our beloved Greek Islands Trick might be named for one country’s islands, but it can actually work all over the world. The point of the trick is to get as close to your destination as you can for the cheapest price, then find a second flight or other mode of transit for the last leg.

If you want to fly from Indianapolis to Quito in July, for example, flights could be close to $1,000. Instead, look for a cheap flight to Miami, often found for under $250. From there you could find a cheaper flight to Ecuador. Or, if you want to fly to the Galápagos Islands but flights are too expensive, try looking at Quito first and see if you can find a deal, then add transit to the Galápagos. It takes a bit more planning, but it can save you a bunch of money.

Search alternative departure airports

This is like the Greek Islands Trick but on the departure side. Again, let’s say you live in Indianapolis. If flights are expensive, try searching for flights from Chicago or Cincinnati instead. We see amazing deals every day that are often worth adding a drive or bus ride.

And if nothing else, it may even be worth it to search for a flight to your final destination from farther afield. For instance, if you live in Minneapolis and find a great deal from New Orleans to Quito, it may be worth it to book the deal, then reposition yourself from Minneapolis to New Orleans at a low cost.

Fly when it’s cheaper

Ecuador has nice weather for much of the year, so if you can avoid traveling during peak seasons, like summer or winter holidays, you can save money. We like traveling during shoulder season, the periods just before and after a high season. Think September–October in Ecuador, for example. You’ll still have nice weather but without the crowds and high prices.

The more flexible you can be with your dates, no matter what season you travel, the better. Even in high season, if you can fly on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday, you’ll probably save money compared with flying on a Friday or Sunday, when people take weekend trips or travel for business and prices are higher.

Set alerts for specific trips

Keeping track of airfare as it changes takes time, and you could miss a good deal. Luckily, flight tracking tools can help. Set up fare alerts for your travel dates, and you’ll get an email when prices drop. All you have to do is book. If your travel dates are flexible, set a few alerts. It’s best to do this ahead of the Goldilocks Window we talked about to see the deals that come up during that time.

Ecuador has one large airport in Quito and smaller airports around the country. Visitors to Quito can typically reach the city on a nonstop or one-stop flight, while those flying to the Galápagos or another city will make at least one—likely two—connections.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Ecuador

When is the high season in Ecuador?

The high season in Ecuador depends on where you’re going. In general, June–August and December–January are busy nationwide, especially in the Galápagos, partly because it’s when people around the world have time off to take vacations. January–May are the warmest months and the period when beaches are busiest. If you want to hike in the highlands, it can be busy the entire time from April–November.

December–March in the highlands is the slow season because it’s warm and wet. May–June and November are low seasons at the beaches because it’s often cool and overcast.

When is the best time to visit Ecuador?

To save money, try traveling to Ecuador from February–April (except for Easter week) or September–November. December–May are the warmest months in the Galápagos and also less crowded. It’s a great time to visit the beaches too because it’s warmer. It is the rainy season, but showers typically only hit in the afternoon. For hiking in the highlands, July and August are the driest and best time to visit.

How many airports are there in Ecuador?

There are more than a dozen airports in Ecuador, but the vast majority of visitors will fly into Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito. From there, you can take a flight to the Galápagos. Some people might fly into the José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) in Guayaquil.

Which city in Ecuador is the easiest to get to?

Quito, Ecuador’s capital, has the largest airport and is the easiest to reach. There are direct flights to Quito from the US, Europe, and other parts of South America.

What are the rules for traveling with pets to Ecuador?

The rules for traveling with pets to Ecuador depend on where you’re coming from and the type of pet you’re bringing with you. If you’re visiting from the US, your pet will need vaccinations and a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian, among other restrictions.

How long is the flight to Ecuador?

Your flight time to Ecuador will vary based on where you’re coming from. From the US, you can fly nonstop from New York in a little over 6 hours, from Miami or Orlando in just over 4 hours, and from Atlanta or Houston in 5 hours. From elsewhere in the country, you’ll have to make a connection, and your flight time could range from 6.5–13 hours.

You can also reach Ecuador on a direct flight from Mexico City in about 4.5 hours, from around Central America in 1–3 hours, and from Buenos Aires in 6 hours. Madrid and Amsterdam offer direct flights that take about 11 hours. From the rest of the world, your trip time could range from 10–24 hours, depending on your departure city.

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Total to Ecuador in the last month

17

Total Mistake Fares

Airline slip-ups we've caught to Ecuador

96

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* Prices are per person and include all taxes & fees in USD. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing, however, prices are not guaranteed, as airline pricing can change by the minute. Average Going fares are based on average prices of deals found by Going.

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