Traveling from Manta Airport (MEC) to Cuenca Airport (CUE): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your MEC to CUE flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd love to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport is a well-known stop between MEC and CUE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manta Airport (MEC) to Cuenca Airport (CUE)
$107 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport flight. Return flights start at $206. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEC to CUE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MEC to CUE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manta Airport (MEC)
Manta Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MEC touch down on schedule 94% of the time.
To reach Manta Airport from central Manta, it takes around 15 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MEC. Whether you have an early flight from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cuenca Airport (CUE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CUE instead:
Pick up a Cuenca Airport rental car and explore Cuenca and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Cuenca Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cuenca Airport (CUE) to central Cuenca
From Cuenca Airport, Cuenca is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cuenca Airport (CUE)
The quietest month for a flight from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cuenca based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cuenca is November, with the temperature ranging between 46ºF and 66ºF. Lock in your flights from Manta Airport to Cuenca Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 37ºF and 59ºF. Search for cheap tickets from MEC to CUE sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored after you've seen Cuenca. Around 80 miles away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Ecuador, consider Quito, about 190 miles north of Cuenca. Quito Historic Center, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas are among its highlights.
