Getting Around
Getting around Quito is easy and very cheap, with transport options including buses, eco-friendly electric trolley buses called 'troles', and inexpensive taxis. Ride sharing apps Uber, Cabify and Easy Taxi operate in the city, as does the public bicycle renting system, BiciQuito.
Airports
Quito Airport
The airport is situated 24 miles (39km) from Quito city centre.
Quito Airport (UIO)
Location
The airport is situated 24 miles (39km) from Quito city centre.Getting to the city
Taxis are available outside the terminal, and bus services are an option. Many hotels offer free bus transfers.
Time
GMT -5Car rental
Budget, Locate, Europcar, Enterprise and Sixt are represented at the airport.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are readily available for transfers into the city. Passengers should insist that the meter is turned on at the start of the ride.
Facilities
Facilities include shops, restaurants, cafes, duty-free shopping and tourist information desks. Banks, ATMs and currency exchange are available, and there is WiFi access. Passengers with special needs are catered for and a wheelchair service is available on request.
Parking
The first 15 minutes are free.