Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
Manta is one hour behind Orlando and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MCO to MEC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
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 Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport. Many passengers pass through Mariscal Sucre International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Manta Airport (MEC)
₹ 19,548 is currently the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 40,289. These prices may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MCO to MEC, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights departing from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Manta Airport (MEC)
If you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near MEC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Manta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Manta's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manta Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Manta Airport (MEC) to central Manta
Manta Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Manta. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manta Airport (MEC)
August is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Manta in April.
The warmest month in Manta is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to MEC in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've seen Manta. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Ecuador, head for Quito, roughly 257 kilometres east of Manta. Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo are highlights.