MEC
Manta
Ecuador
5,355 km
3,327 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
5,355 km
3,327 mi / 2,891 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
318°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MEC SAN
Airport Name Eloy Alfaro International Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code MEC SAN
ICAO Code SEMT KSAN
City Manta San Diego
Country Ecuador United States
Timezone America/Guayaquil America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 48 ft 17 ft
Coordinates -0.950000, -80.680000 32.730000, -117.190000

Manta (MEC) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 5,355 kilometers (3,327 miles / 2,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 Ecuador with United States. 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 19:45 in Manta, it's 16:45 in San Diego. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 127° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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