Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
Manta is three hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LAX to MEC flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Panama City Tocumen International Airport is a popular stop between LAX and MEC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Manta Airport (MEC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport flight is R 4,926. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,681. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from LAX to MEC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to MEC.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination without delay.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Manta Airport (MEC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEC instead:
Explore without limits with a Manta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and discover more of Manta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Manta Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Manta Airport (MEC) to central Manta
Manta Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Manta. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Manta Airport (MEC)
November is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Manta in March.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Manta Airport for March if you'd like to visit Manta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to MEC in August. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manta. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Around 257 kilometres east of Manta, Quito is another favourite stop in Ecuador. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas.
