The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 9,912 kilometers (6,159 miles / 5,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:44 in Manta, it's 11:44 in Nice. With a 6-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 Nice (NCE) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 268° (west). 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 Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.