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Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)

Location: The airport is situated three miles (5km) from Quito city centre.
Time: Local time is GMT -5.
Contacts: Tel: +593 (0)2 2944 900 ext 2608.
Transfer between terminals: There are two terminals, linked by a pedestrian walkway.
Getting to the city: Taxis are available outside the terminal, and there are bus services available. Where possible, use the free bus transfers provided by your hotel; arrange this in advance.
Car rental: Avis, Budget and Hertz are represented at the airport along with some local companies.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are readily available for transfers into the city. Insist that the meter is turned on at the start of the ride. Taxi vouchers can be bought outside of the Arrivals terminal.
Facilities: Facilities include shops, restaurants, cafes and duty-free shopping and tourist information desks. Banks, ATMs and currency exchange are available. There is also telephone and Internet access. Passengers with special needs are catered for and a wheelchair service is available on request.
Departure Tax: Airport tax: $2 (Domestic), $40.80 (International).
Website: www.quiport.com
See full guide to Quito Airport

Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport (GYE)

Location: The airport is situated three miles (5km) north of Guayaquil city centre on Avenue de las Américas.
Time: Local time is GMT -5.
Contacts: Tel: +593 (0)4 228 2100.
Getting to the city: Buses and taxis offer services to the city.
Car rental: Car rental is available at the airport.
Facilities: The airport has Information desks, restaurants, currency exchange, bank, ATMs and post office.
Departure Tax: Airport tax: $2 (Domestic), $26 (International).
See full guide to Guayaquil Airport

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