Travelling from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Manta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Quito.
Every week, there are 23 Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 AVIANCA flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:15 with LATAM Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your UIO to MEC flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Avianca is your gateway to exploring Manta (and maybe even some other great parts of Ecuador!). Check out the direct flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport offered by this airline.
Avianca is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 94.24% of services landing on schedule, Avianca is the most punctual carrier operating UIO to MEC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to Manta Airport (MEC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport flight is £45. A round-trip ticket is currently £86. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from UIO to MEC by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 89% of flights that take off from UIO arrive at their destination on time.
Central Quito to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to UIO:
Arriving at Manta Airport (MEC)
Book a hotel close to MEC if you're on a late Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Manta Airport rental car and explore Manta and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manta Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Manta Airport (MEC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Manta. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to Manta Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Manta, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from UIO to MEC in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Manta. Around 161 kms (100 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Quito is another sought-after destination in Ecuador and is around 257 kms (160 miles) east of Manta. No trip is complete without a visit to Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas.