The Spanish airline Air Europa has launched its non-stop flights between Madrid-Barajas and Quito-Mariscal Sucre airports, operating three weekly frequencies with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
In this way, passengers traveling from the Ecuadorian capital to Madrid will no longer have to take the triangular route Quito-Guayaquil-Madrid, which the airline had operated since its entry into the national market on January 2, 2018, thus saving approximately two and a half hours of travel time.
According to information published by the airline, “Air Europa operates its transatlantic flights with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. This model reduces fuel consumption and emissions by up to 25% compared to other similar long-haul aircraft. The Dreamliner is not only a benchmark in efficiency but also in comfort. This aircraft offers more cabin space, 30% larger windows, generates less noise pollution, and has a unique air renewal system that helps passengers arrive at their destination feeling more rested.”
Statements during the inaugural event
During the inauguration ceremony, the authorities and representatives present highlighted the importance of this new direct connection between Quito and Madrid:
Ramón Miró, President and CEO of Corporación Quiport, congratulated Air Europa on this new operational phase and emphasized the positive impact of the direct flight in reducing travel time: “We are proud to have Air Europa as one of our strategic partners. Over more than seven years of operation in Quito, the airline has proven to be a reliable operator that offers first-class experience to its passengers, with extensive connection possibilities from Madrid to Europe and the world. At Quiport, we continue to work, as the concessionaire of Mariscal Sucre Airport, to offer an increasingly better experience to passengers through investments in expansions, improvements, and maintenance of the airport, as well as to strengthen Quito’s connectivity.”
Alberto Cladera, Country Manager of Air Europa in Ecuador, reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to the country: “With this direct flight between Quito and Madrid, we reaffirm our commitment to Ecuador, offering a more efficient, sustainable, and comfortable travel experience for all our passengers.”
Mateo Estrella, Minister of Tourism of Ecuador, highlighted the contribution of this route to the tourism sector and the country’s development: “This new non-stop route strengthens inbound tourism, connects Ecuador with one of its main source markets, and opens new opportunities for the country’s economic development.”
Fernanda Racines, Acting Mayor of Quito, emphasized the cultural and tourism value of this connection: “This non-stop flight not only connects cities, it connects cultures, promotes tourism, and strengthens Quito as a capital open to the world. From the Municipality of Quito, we celebrate this great news for our city.”
Enrique Yturriaga Saldanha, Ambassador of Spain to Ecuador, highlighted the significance of this new route for bilateral ties: “This direct flight further strengthens the historic, cultural, and economic ties between Spain and Ecuador. Air Europa connects not only destinations but also people and shared histories.”
