The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 3,028 kilometers (1,881 miles / 1,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:38 in Manta, it's 03:38 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,268 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Eloy Alfaro International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 136° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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