DCA
Washington
United States
4,441 km
2,760 miles
MEC
Manta
Ecuador
Distance
4,441 km
2,760 mi / 2,398 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
186°
south

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DCA MEC
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Eloy Alfaro International Airport
IATA Code DCA MEC
ICAO Code KDCA SEMT
City Washington Manta
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/New_York America/Guayaquil
Elevation 14 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 -0.950000, -80.680000

Washington (DCA) to Manta (MEC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador is 4,441 kilometers (2,760 miles / 2,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:12 in Washington, it's 12:12 in Manta.

The return flight from Manta (MEC) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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