Flight Information
Flight Schedule
Ecoventura guests fly on Avianca AV1630/AV1631 from Quito (UIO) and Guayaquil (GYE) to San Cristóbal (SCY).
Schedules are subject to change by the airline.
Galapagos is 1 hour behind mainland Ecuador.
To Galapagos (SCY) – Sundays
| FLIGHT | ROUTE | DEPARTS | ARRIVES |
|---|---|---|---|
| AV1630 | Quito (UIO) – Guayaquil (GYE) | 08:00 | 09:00 |
| AV1630 | Guayaquil (GYE) – San Cristobal (SCY) | 09:45 | 10:35 |
From Galapagos (SCY) – Sundays
| FLIGHT | ROUTE | DEPARTS | ARRIVES |
|---|---|---|---|
| AV1631 | San Cristobal (SCY) – Guayaquil (GYE) | 11:25 | 14:15 |
| AV1631 | Guayaquil (GYE) – Quito (UIO) | 15:00 | 15:55 |
If flying to or from Quito (UIO), your flight includes a brief stop in Guayaquil (GYE).
Passengers remain on board during this stop.
Flights to or from Guayaquil (GYE) are non-stop.
Airfares
Low Season
January 1 – 30 June & September 1 – 31 December
| ROUTE | ADULT FARE | CHILD FARE |
|---|---|---|
| QUITO / Galapagos / QUITO | $ 500,00 | $ 375,00 |
| QUITO/ Galapagos/ GUAYAQUIL | $ 476,00 | $ 360,00 |
| GUAYAQUIL /Galapagos/ QUITO | $ 468,00 | $ 352,00 |
| GUAYAQUIL/ Galapagos/ GUAYAQUIL | $ 445,00 | $ 327,00 |
High Season
July 1 – 31 August
| ROUTE | ADULT FARE | CHILD FARE |
|---|---|---|
| QUITO / Galapagos / QUITO | $ 553,00 | $ 411,00 |
| QUITO/ Galapagos/ GUAYAQUIL | $ 525,00 | $ 393,00 |
| GUAYAQUIL /Galapagos/ QUITO | $ 518,00 | $ 385,00 |
| GUAYAQUIL/ Galapagos/ GUAYAQUIL | $ 490,00 | $ 357,00 |
Notes:
Airfares include all airport taxes and airline surcharges.
Rates are subject to change at any time, up until the day of departure and even after tickets have been paid in full.
Avianca Airlines has introduced a small onboard menu offering snacks and drinks available for purchase at an additional cost (as of December 2022).
Important Information
Booking
Ecoventura pre-confirms seats from our allotment with Avianca; airfare is added to your Ecoventura invoice upon request and once we know the chosen routing by the passengers.
Baggage & Changes
Avianca rules apply; schedules can shift.
Connections
Arrive in Ecuador at least 1 night before. After the cruise, Sunday evening international flights are possible; allow 3+ hours for connections (2 hours only if on the same ticket or carry-on only).
Flights to the Galapagos
Flights for Ecoventura guests are operated by Avianca Airlines from Quito (UIO) and Guayaquil (GYE) to San Cristóbal (SCY). Confirmed reservations are managed through our seat allotment with Avianca. Guests traveling on AV 1630 from Guayaquil on Sundays receive dedicated assistance with check-in, the option to pre-pay the Transit Control Card, and upon arrival at San Cristóbal, our guides and crew provide seamless transfers to the yachts.
Passengers arriving on other flights will need to make independent arrangements, as these exclusive services are not included.
Quick FAQs
Does the Quito flight stop in Guayaquil?
Yes. AV1630 from Quito makes a short stop in GYE; you remain on board.
What time do the flights usually depart?
UIO departures are typically around 08:00, GYE around 09:45, arriving in SCY: 10:30.
How early should I arrive in Ecuador?
Plan to arrive at least one night before your Galapagos flight.
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