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Often depicted as a destination for luxury tourism in Latin America, Ecuador boasts a robust fleet of nearly seventy airplanes and helicopters authorized for commercial operations. Experience a magical medley of influences on board one of Flapper safety-vetted private aircraft – from the mysteries of the Galapagos archipelago to the cultural heritage of colonial Quito.
Ecuador’s Top Cities for Private Jet Charter Flights
Guayaquil International (SEGU) is the main general aviation gateway into Ecuador and is home to 35% of its air taxi fleet. Other international hubs include Quito Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Cotopaxi-Latacunga (LTX) and Manta Eloy Alfaro (MEC).
The Ecuadorian airport infrastructure includes 394 ICAO-certified runways and 28 heliports certified for commercial use. However, just 22 of its airports have received scheduled flights in 2022, as per DGAC data.
Guayaquil José Joaquín de Olmedo (IATA: GYE, ICAO: SEGU) is Ecuador’s main Bizav hub. Flights to the Galápagos Islands typically stop here for immigration and sanitary control. There are six FBOs at the SEGU airport.
Popular among foreign tourists, Quito Mariscal Sucre (UIO|SEQM) receives the highest number of private jet flights in Ecuador. This high-elevation airport (2,813 m) boasts a modern FBO terminal, served by four handling agents.
Known as the “tuna capital of the world”, Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC|SEMT) is the most important business jet destination of the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast.
The majority of the journeys to Galapagos go through Seymour (GPS|SEGS), preceded by a two hour fumigation break in Guayaquil. There are no FBO facilities and no overnight parking is currently possible.
The second most popular airport in Galapagos, San Cristóbal (SCY|SEST), features a small VIP Lounge and can be accessed through Guayaquil, following a two hour fumigation layover.
Cotopaxi (LTX|SELT) is a high-elevation airport (2,805 m) situation just an hour from the renowned stratovolcano. Services include meet & greet, VIP catering, helicopter transfers and private parking.
Top Private Jet Routes in Ecuador
Ecuador’s most requested private jet route are mostly international, due to the small size of the domestic market. Flights in and out to the Amazonas, including Macas Airport (SEMC) and Río Amazonas (SESM), as well as domestic connections to Quito, Manta and Cuenca complement our internal list of Ecuador’s top general aviation connections.
On the below map you can find Ecuador’s most popular general aviation airports, according to Flapper’s quotation system.
Other Top Private Jet Routes in Ecuador
Private Jet Charter in Ecuador – Available Fleet
Flapper boasts the most comprehensive selection of private jets, turbo-props and helicopters in Ecuador and South America. Our clients benefit from 24/7 flight support, international payment network and multiple backup options in the event that the initial aircraft choice is not obtainable.
The fleet below includes the entire Ecuadorian fleet, as well as private aircraft with intermittent transient availability while in Ecuador.
14 aircraft available
• 3-9 pax
• 650 km max range
53 aircraft available
• 3-12 pax
• 2800 km max range
5 aircraft available
• 6-8 pax
• 3550 km max range
4 aircraft available
• 8-10 pax
• 7800 km max range
1 aircraft available
• 15 pax
• 12960 km max range
2 aircraft available
• 36 pax
• 1970 km max range
17 aircraft available
• 129-190 pax
• 4100 km max range
4 aircraft available
• 218-380 pax
• 14000 km max range
Most Chartered Aircraft in Ecuador
Hawker 900XP
This Hawker 900XP has continuously ranked as a top-chartered jet for flights to and from Galapagos. Its interior features large adjustable leather seats, a full refreshment center, an enclosed lavatory and a large baggage compartment.
King Air F90
With a maximum range of 2.300km King Air F90 can connect virtually any two city pairs in Ecuador. This turbo-prop offers enough headroom and shoulder space for four passengers in a club style configuration, and a further two passengers in the rear section.
Why to Book Your Next Private Flight in Ecuador with Flapper
Acclaimed and successful, Flapper has earned the loyalty of over 30,000 satisfied customers across the planet. Booking a private jet or helicopter with Flapper is more than just a transaction; it is an opportunity to explore air charter service in an entirely new capacity. We are rated “Excellent” on TrustPilot and boast impeccable safety ratings.
We offer a personalized service, 100% adapted to your needs.
Thanks to our technology, we are able to respond fast and offer numerous payment options.
Choose from over 100 different types of jets, helicopters and turboprops
Get in Touch
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