Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 01m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Private charter between La Toma (Catamayo) and Quito starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — La Toma (Catamayo) (LOH) to Quito (UIO) and Quito to La Toma (Catamayo) — timed and priced alike.
La Toma (Catamayo) and Quito lie approximately 445 km apart (276 mi / 240 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 01m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 00m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 58 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 58 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 57 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 55 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 17m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 13m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
La Toma (Catamayo), Ecuador: Ciudad de Catamayo Airport.
Quito, Ecuador: Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
| Ciudad de Catamayo Airport | Mariscal Sucre International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SECA / LOH | SEQM / UIO |
| Longest hard runway | 6,725 ft | 13,445 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 4,056 ft | 7,841 ft |
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is at 7,841 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for La Toma (Catamayo) to Quito can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Ciudad de Catamayo Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,725 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 725 ft to spare. The leg is 445 km.
Alternates within range: Cumbaratza Airport (4,659 ft, 54 km) · Emsecor Heliport (43 ft, 11 km) · Mitad del Mundo Heliport · DGAC Heliport · Endesa Heliport (43 ft, 28 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of La Toma (Catamayo) and Quito.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito, confirmed once we check live availability.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Demand on La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 01m airborne across the 445 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our La Toma (Catamayo)–Quito charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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