LHR
London
United Kingdom
9,415 km
5,850 miles
MEC
Manta
Ecuador
Distance
9,415 km
5,850 mi / 5,084 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
262°
west

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LHR MEC
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Eloy Alfaro International Airport
IATA Code LHR MEC
ICAO Code EGLL SEMT
City London Manta
Country United Kingdom Ecuador
Timezone Europe/London America/Guayaquil
Elevation 83 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -0.950000, -80.680000

London (LHR) to Manta (MEC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador is 9,415 kilometers (5,850 miles / 5,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 United Kingdom with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:13 in London, it's 21:13 in Manta. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manta (MEC) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 38° (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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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