The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador is 13,114 kilometers (8,148 miles / 7,081 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:13 in Jeddah, it's 13:13 in Manta. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Manta (MEC) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.