Private charter between Quito and Macas starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Quito (UIO) ⇄ Macas (XMS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Quito and Macas is about 243 km (151 miles), or 131 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Quito and Macas, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 53 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 51 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 44 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 43 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 43 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Quito–Macas quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Quito, Ecuador: Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Macas, Ecuador: Coronel E Carvajal Airport and Patuca Airport.
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | Coronel E Carvajal Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SEQM / UIO | SEMC / XMS |
| Longest hard runway | 13,445 ft | 8,202 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,841 ft | 3,452 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 departure.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Quito to Macas can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Mariscal Sucre International Airport has 13,445 ft and Coronel E Carvajal Airport 8,202 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 243 km.
Alternates within range: Emsecor Heliport (43 ft, 11 km) · Mitad del Mundo Heliport · DGAC Heliport · Endesa Heliport (43 ft, 28 km) · Patuca Airport (5,255 ft, 53 km) · Sucúa Airport · Taisha Airport · Paandin Airport
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Quito–Macas when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Quito–Macas, confirmed once we check live availability.
Quito–Macas is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 53 min gate to gate across the 243 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Quito–Macas charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Quito–Macas 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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