Airports Near Otavalo
The closest airports to Otavalo, Ecuador: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Otavalo, Ecuador is Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), about 26 mi (42 km) away — roughly 50 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UIO | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal SucreQuito, Ecuador | 26 mi / 42 km | 50 min | Regional |
| TUA | Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla AirportTulcan, Ecuador | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Regional |
| IPI | San Luis AirportIpiales, Colombia | 60 mi / 96 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
| LTX | Cotopaxi International AirportLatacunga, Ecuador | 83 mi / 133 km | 1 hr 55 min | International |
| LGQ | Nueva Loja AirportLago Agrio, Ecuador | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Regional |
| OCC | Francisco De Orellana AirportCoca, Ecuador | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Regional |
| ATF | Chachoan AirportAmbato, Ecuador | 102 mi / 164 km | 2 hr 22 min | Regional |
| PSO | Antonio Narino AirportPasto, Colombia | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO) is the most convenient at about 26 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) (83 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Otavalo. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with UIO.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near UIO saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Otavalo is Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), about 26 mi (42 km) away — roughly 50 min by road.