MEC
Manta
Ecuador
6,722 km
4,177 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
6,722 km
4,177 mi / 3,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MEC SEA
Airport Name Eloy Alfaro International Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code MEC SEA
ICAO Code SEMT KSEA
City Manta Seattle
Country Ecuador United States
Timezone America/Guayaquil America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 48 ft 432 ft
Coordinates -0.950000, -80.680000 47.450000, -122.310000

Manta (MEC) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 6,722 kilometers (4,177 miles / 3,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 17:33 in Manta, it's 14:33 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 130° (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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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