JFK
New York
United States
4,677 km
2,906 miles
MEC
Manta
Ecuador
Distance
4,677 km
2,906 mi / 2,525 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
190°
south

Airport Comparison

JFK MEC
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Eloy Alfaro International Airport
IATA Code JFK MEC
ICAO Code KJFK SEMT
City New York Manta
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/New_York America/Guayaquil
Elevation 13 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 -0.950000, -80.680000

New York (JFK) to Manta (MEC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador is 4,677 kilometers (2,906 miles / 2,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

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 06:02 in New York, it's 06:02 in Manta.

The return flight from Manta (MEC) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 8° (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 John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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