What's the cheapest month to fly to Quito?

Brokepackr's data shows April-May and September-October offer the best fares to Quito. As Ecuador's main gateway, UIO sees steady pricing year-round — elevation (2,850m) means consistent weather.

How much does 30 days in Quito cost?

Brokepackr's Cost Index estimates $1,200-1,600 USD for 30 days in Ecuador (Quito base). Ecuador uses the US dollar — no exchange rate surprises. Exceptional value for South America.

How do I deal with altitude in Quito?

Brokepackr recommends taking it easy on day one — Quito is at 2,850m (9,350ft). Drink water, skip alcohol, and avoid heavy exercise. Most people acclimate in 24-48 hours.

Brokepackr · Flights · Quito · from Madrid

Cheap Flights to Quito
from Madrid

Median: €‍1,047 round-tripBest month: MayEurope

At a glance

Madrid → Quito

Round-trip: €‍1,047

Daily budget: €‍36

Best month: May (44% off peak)

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Seasonality

When to fly to Quito from Madrid

Average round-trip prices by month from Madrid (MAD)

$1309

Jan

$1195

Feb

$1081

Mar

$967

Apr

$933

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May

$1195

Jun

$1252

Jul

$1115

Aug

$933

Sep

$967

Oct

$1047

Nov

$1343

Dec

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Daily Budget

30-day Quito budget

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Hostels dorm (avg)€‍10/day

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Local transport€‍8/day

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Food€‍12/day

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Drinks€‍2/day

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Activities€‍4/day

Total · 30 days€‍‌1,076

Based on 57,431 hostel prices and user-reported costs. Cheapest 5% excluded.

Budget Tiers · Per Day

brokepackr€‍25/day

Dorms, cooking, free activities

backpackr€‍47/day

Private rooms, eating out daily

flashpackr€‍86+/day

Boutique hostels, taxis, nightlife

Brokepackr tip

Flying from Madrid: Median round-trip is €‍1,047. Book in May to save 44%.

Getting There

Best airports to fly into

UIO

Mariscal Sucre International

Quito · Ecuador's main gateway — modern airport east of city

✈️Brokepackr pick: Fly into UIO (Mariscal Sucre International) for the widest international connections to Quito.

Entry Requirements

Flight + visa requirements

Passport	Status	Duration	eVisa / Notes
US	visa_free	90 days	No
CA	visa_free	90 days	No
PT	visa_free	90 days	No
AL	e_visa	None days	Yes
GT	visa_free	90 days	No
HK	visa_free	90 days	No
TR	visa_free	90 days	No
TW	e_visa	None days	Yes
ID	visa_free	90 days	No
CZ	visa_free	90 days	No

Common Questions

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