Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Quito, Ecuador
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Quito from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Quebec City, fares to Quito usually run between $720 and $870. The best fare spotted recently is $823.
What this route usually costs
We have recorded a fare from Quebec City to Quito on 61 separate days, the first on July 5, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $664 to $1112, with a median of $675. 56 of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $823 is around the middle of that range.
- Days observed 61
- Lowest recorded $664
- Median day $675
- Highest recorded $1112
These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.
Quebec City or Montreal for Quito?
We have priced Quito from both airports on 59 of the same days. Quebec City came in cheaper on 39 of them and Montreal on 20. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $1 cheaper on this route.
Latest fare we spotted from each airport
- Quebec City $823
- Montreal $676
Quito is the high-altitude capital of Ecuador, cradled in a valley of the Andes at about 2 850 metres. Its remarkably preserved colonial old town is one of the largest and best-kept in the Americas - a UNESCO gem that begs to be explored on foot!
When to go
Quito's spring-like climate is steady year-round, but the drier months from June to September are ideal for exploring. Expect cool evenings and afternoon showers in the wetter season.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From eastern Canada, Quito (UIO) usually means one or two connections, commonly through a US hub such as Miami, Houston, or Atlanta, or via a Latin American gateway like Bogota or Panama City. Routings vary with your departure city, and Mariscal Sucre Airport lies well east of the city, so allow time for the transfer into town.
What to see and do
- Wandering the UNESCO old town and Plaza Grande
- Standing at the Mitad del Mundo equator monument
- Riding the TelefériQo cable car up Pichincha
- Visiting the ornate La Compañía de Jesús church
- A day trip to the Otavalo craft market
Good to know before you go
Ecuador uses the US dollar, which makes budgeting simple, and small tips are appreciated. Getting around is cheap: the Ecovía and Trole bus rapid-transit lines run the length of the city and a modern metro now speeds you across town. Traffic can be busy, so at night use ride-hailing apps like Uber, Cabify, or DiDi rather than hailing on the street. Spanish is the main language; take it easy your first day to adjust to the altitude and you'll feel great!
Entry requirements and health
No visa needed
Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.
Vaccines and health
Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for some areas, and it's worth keeping the certificate handy. Malaria is present in some areas, so ask a clinic whether antimalarials make sense for your route.
General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.
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