Deal Alert: Fly to Quito for 5.7k Points

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It’s a happy Friday, indeed! You can currently book a one-way flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Quito, Ecuador (UIO) for just 5,700 LifeMiles on Avianca, and that includes only about $35 in taxes.

This is an economy seat, but considering this route often sells for $400 or more, you're looking at a super sweet 6.45 cents per point in value.

And this deal isn’t just for Los Angeles peeps. We’re seeing similar one-way prices from other cities, too:

  • Dallas (DFW) — 6.1k points

  • New York (JFK) — 6.9k points

Availability is wide open from May 2025 through April 2026, so you’ll have plenty of dates to choose from.

Travel Details

Airline: Avianca
Seat Class: Economy
Points Price: 5.7k to 6.9k Avianca LifeMiles (one-way)
Cash Value: about $400
Availability: May 2025 to April 2026

Why This Deal Is Amazing

Let’s be real — it’s rare to find flights under 10k points anywhere these days. At just 5.7k LifeMiles and a few bucks in fees, this deal is tough to beat.

Even better, Avianca flights can often be booked as mixed-cabin or flexible itineraries through LifeMiles. Keep in mind that the change and cancel fees could be a bit high ($150–$200), but this still leaves a ton of room for savings, especially if you're booking round-trip for under 12k points.

Where to Stay in Quito

Cash: $210/night
Points: about 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy points/night

Mid-Range: Hotel Mama Cuchara by Art Hotels (part of Small Luxury Hotels, bookable via Hyatt)

Cash: $140/night
Points: 12,000–18,000 World of Hyatt points/night

Cash: $45/night
Points: Not bookable via major programs, but often discounted on Booking.com or Hostelworld

How to Book

Flights: The best option? Daily Drop Pro (though we’re a little biased). You can also head to the Avianca LifeMiles website and search one-way flights from LAX, JFK, DFW, or your local airport to UIO. Make sure you're logged in to view award pricing.

Hotels: Book directly through Marriott or Hyatt for points stays. Use cash booking platforms like Booking.com or Hotels.com to compare rates for budget options. Did you know you can also run hotel award searches on Daily Drop Pro? Just throw in your preferred dates and city to see what’s available.

The secret to miles and points? Credit cards! We keep an up-to-date list of our favorite travel cards on this page, or find all credit cards here.

Maximize Your Booking

Make the most of your rewards by using a card that earns bonus points on flights, like:

Pro Tip

Quito is a great launchpad for other cities if you’re looking to explore South America a bit. You’re close to the Galápagos, Cotopaxi, and even Mindo. With such low award prices, consider pairing your trip with another points deal in this region. Just remember… availability can change fast, so don’t wait too long to book.

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