Traveling from Manta Airport (MEC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Around 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Manta and Quito are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Flights from MEC to UIO start from 07:26 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:43 with LATAM Airlines. In total, you can choose from 109 weekly Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your MEC to UIO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
AVIANCA offers direct flights from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Quito — and maybe even more of Ecuador if time allows.
AVIANCA is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier that operates MEC to UIO flights. A reliable 93.1% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Many travelers pass through Tocumen International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manta Airport (MEC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is $35. A return plane ticket is currently $79. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MEC to UIO by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEC to UIO.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Handy information about Manta Airport (MEC)
Manta Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MEC arrive at their destination as scheduled 90.83% of the time.
Central Manta to Manta Airport is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MEC? If you've booked an early flight from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
If you're arriving on a late Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near UIO:
Grab a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car and discover Quito and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car and Goldcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Mariscal Sucre International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the center by car.
It'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Quito. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Manta Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with temperatures ranging from 45ºF to 66ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from MEC to UIO in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 45ºF and 64ºF on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Quito, now it's time to discover more of Ecuador. Journey about 170 miles south-west to Guayaquil to check off its leading attractions. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Ecuador, head for Cuenca, about 190 miles south of Quito. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are key reasons to visit.
