What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Ecuador?

Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to Ecuador

What airlines fly to Ecuador?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ecuador from California according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Ecuador. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Ecuador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Ecuador?

The flight from California to Ecuador depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Santa Ana (a popular airport in California) to Quito (the most popular airport in Ecuador), then the flight time is 9h 27m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Quito, then the average flight time is 9h 50m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ecuador?

Prices for flights from California to Ecuador refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ecuador?

As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ecuador.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ecuador?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Ecuador.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ecuador?

The required travel and health documents for your Ecuador trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ecuador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:47 am - 7:55 am

SAN

GYE

18h 08m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 9:37 am

GYE

SAN

20h 32m

1 stop

$409Multiple Airlines

mar., nov. 3 - lun., nov. 9

7:00 am - 6:35 am

SAN

UIO

21h 35m

1 stop

5:25 pm - 9:17 am

UIO

SAN

17h 52m

1 stop

$440Multiple Airlines

mar., sep. 22 - mar., sep. 29

10:00 pm - 12:31 pm

SAN

UIO

12h 31m

1 stop

6:00 am - 6:30 pm

UIO

SAN

14h 30m

1 stop

$463Copa Airlines

vie., ago. 21 - lun., ago. 24

10:46 pm - 8:51 pm

SAN

UIO

20h 05m

2 stops

6:00 am - 11:25 pm

UIO

SAN

19h 25m

2 stops

$479American Airlines

mar., sep. 22 - mar., sep. 29

3:00 pm - 11:25 pm

SAN

UIO

30h 25m

1 stop

12:35 am - 5:46 pm

UIO

SAN

19h 11m

1 stop

$484United Airlines

vie., sep. 25 - dom., sep. 27

3:56 pm - 11:25 pm

SAN

UIO

29h 29m

2 stops

12:35 am - 10:58 am

UIO

SAN

12h 23m

1 stop

$485United Airlines

vie., sep. 25 - dom., sep. 27

3:05 pm - 2:55 am

LAX

UIO

9h 50m

1 stop

3:30 am - 10:40 pm

UIO

LAX

21h 10m

2 stops

$485Avianca

lun., ago. 17 - lun., ago. 24

7:25 am - 1:05 pm

LAX

UIO

27h 40m

3 stops

6:50 pm - 10:40 pm

UIO

LAX

29h 50m

2 stops

$486Avianca

vie., ago. 28 - dom., sep. 13

10:04 pm - 12:32 am

LAX

UIO

24h 28m

1 stop

3:07 am - 10:58 pm

UIO

LAX

21h 51m

1 stop

$487Copa Airlines

dom., sep. 20 - mar., sep. 29

6:30 am - 10:11 pm

LAX

GYE

13h 41m

1 stop

8:25 am - 12:18 am

GYE

LAX

17h 53m

1 stop

$556American Airlines

jue., sep. 24 - lun., oct. 5

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United Airlines flights from California to Ecuador

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United Airlines

Sep 25

SAN3:00 pmSan Diego

30h 25m

1 stop

UIO11:25 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

Sep 27

UIO12:35 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

19h 11m

1 stop

SAN5:46 pmSan Diego

$484

United Airlines

Sep 25

SAN3:56 pmSan Diego

29h 29m

2 stops

UIO11:25 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

Sep 27

UIO12:35 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

12h 23m

1 stop

SAN10:58 amSan Diego

$485

United Airlines

Sep 25

SAN7:41 pmSan Diego

25h 44m

2 stops

UIO11:25 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

Sep 28

UIO7:00 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

12h 46m

1 stop

SAN5:46 pmSan Diego

$490

Avianca flights from California to Ecuador

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Avianca

Aug 17

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles

9h 50m

1 stop

UIO2:55 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

Aug 24

UIO3:30 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

21h 10m

2 stops

LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles

$485

Avianca

Aug 28

LAX7:25 amLos Angeles

27h 40m

3 stops

UIO1:05 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

Sep 13

UIO6:50 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

29h 50m

2 stops

LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles

$486

Avianca

Jul 23

LAX2:40 pmLos Angeles

16h 00m

3 stops

UIO8:40 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

Aug 20

UIO6:50 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

19h 35m

2 stops

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

$493

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San DiegoGuayaquil

SAN - GYE

SANGYE

San Diego

mar. 11/3

10:47 am-7:55 am

1 stop18h 08m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

lun. 11/9

4:05 pm-9:37 am

1 stop20h 32m

$409

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

mar. 9/22

7:00 am-6:35 am

1 stop21h 35m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

mar. 9/29

5:25 pm-9:17 am

1 stop17h 52m

$440

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San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

vie. 8/21

10:00 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

lun. 8/24

6:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$463

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

mar. 9/22

10:46 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

mar. 9/29

6:00 am-11:25 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$479

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

vie. 9/25

3:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

dom. 9/27

12:35 am-5:46 pm

1 stop19h 11m

$484

San DiegoQuito

SAN - UIO

SANUIO

San Diego

vie. 9/25

3:56 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops29h 29m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

dom. 9/27

12:35 am-10:58 am

1 stop12h 23m

$485

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

lun. 8/17

3:05 pm-2:55 am

1 stop9h 50m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

lun. 8/24

3:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$485

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

vie. 8/28

7:25 am-1:05 pm

3 stops27h 40m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

dom. 9/13

6:50 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$486

Los AngelesQuito

LAX - UIO

LAXUIO

Los Angeles

dom. 9/20

10:04 pm-12:32 am

1 stop24h 28m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

mar. 9/29

3:07 am-10:58 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$487

Los AngelesGuayaquil

LAX - GYE

LAXGYE

Los Angeles

jue. 9/24

6:30 am-10:11 pm

1 stop13h 41m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

lun. 10/5

8:25 am-12:18 am

1 stop17h 53m

$556

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ecuador?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Ecuador. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $137. If you’re not able to fly to Ecuador in February, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Ecuador during October average around $153.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Ecuador?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ecuador from California when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ecuador for around $564 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ecuador from California for as low as $504 on momondo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Ecuador

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ecuador?
Prices for flights from California to Ecuador refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ecuador?
As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ecuador.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ecuador?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Ecuador.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ecuador?
The required travel and health documents for your Ecuador trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ecuador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Ecuador

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,014 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $220	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,941 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,898 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,536 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $279	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,569 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $423	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,777 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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