MEC
Manta
Ecuador
3,223 km
2,003 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
3,223 km
2,003 mi / 1,740 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
357°
north

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Airport Comparison

MEC TPA
Airport Name Eloy Alfaro International Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code MEC TPA
ICAO Code SEMT KTPA
City Manta Tampa
Country Ecuador United States
Timezone America/Guayaquil America/New_York
Elevation 48 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -0.950000, -80.680000 27.980000, -82.530000

Manta (MEC) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 3,223 kilometers (2,003 miles / 1,740 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 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 10:36 in Manta, it's 11:36 in Tampa.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 176° (south). 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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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