The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador is 983 kilometers (611 miles / 531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Colombia with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:53 in Rionegro, it's 02:53 in Manta.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,907 feet between the two airports. Eloy Alfaro International Airport sits lower than Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Manta (MEC) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 36° (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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.