Airports Near Manta
The closest airports to Manta, EC: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Manta, EC is Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEC | Eloy Alfaro International AirportManta, Ecuador | 2 mi / 4 km | 8 min | International |
| JIP | Jipijapa AirportJipijapa, Ecuador | 4 mi / 7 km | 15 min | Regional |
| PVO | Reales Tamarindos AirportPortoviejo, Ecuador | 17 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Regional |
| BHA | Los Perales AirportBahia de Caraquez, Ecuador | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Regional |
| SNC | General Ulpiano Paez AirportSalinas, Ecuador | 88 mi / 142 km | 2 hr 3 min | Regional |
| GYE | Simon Bolivar International AirportGuayaquil, Ecuador | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | International |
| LTX | Cotopaxi International AirportLatacunga, Ecuador | 145 mi / 233 km | 3 hr 22 min | International |
| ATF | Chachoan AirportAmbato, Ecuador | 149 mi / 239 km | 3 hr 27 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Manta. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MEC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MEC saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Manta is Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.