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Sucúa Airport (SUQ)

Sucúa, Ecuador · small airport · -2.474° -78.169° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSUQ
ICAO CodeSESC
Typesmall airport
NameSucúa Airport
MunicipalitySucúa
CountryEcuador
ContinentSA
Latitude-2.474° S
Longitude-78.169° W
Elevation3116 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryEcuador
ISO Code
RegionSucúa
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-5
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving SUQ

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (2.5°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Sucúa Airport (SUQ/SESC) is a small airstrip serving Sucúa, a town in Ecuador's Morona Santiago province on the eastern slopes of the Andes. It provides basic access to the Amazon basin and is used mainly by light aircraft, air taxis, and regional charter flights. Its setting near the Upano River valley makes it a practical entry point for nearby communities and nature-focused travel.

💡 Local Tip
If you are flying out, aim for a morning departure: afternoon clouds, rain, and mountain haze are common in the Amazon foothills, and early flights are more likely to leave on schedule.
🚖 Getting There

Sucúa Airport is close to Sucúa town, so taxis and pre-arranged local drivers are the most practical way to get to and from the airfield. There is no reliable regular public bus service directly to the terminal, so confirm pickup with your charter operator or lodging. In wet weather, allow extra time because roads in Morona Santiago can become slow and muddy.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Sucúa Airport?
A: There are no major scheduled airlines based here; service is typically limited to charter, air taxi, and private light aircraft.

Q: What are the airport codes for Sucúa Airport?
A: The IATA code is SUQ and the ICAO code is SESC.

Q: How far is the airport from Sucúa town?
A: It is very close to town, usually just a short drive or taxi ride, though exact access depends on local road conditions.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect only basic facilities; there may be no full terminal services, so arrange ground transport and confirm your flight details in advance.

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