Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
Manta is three hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SFO to MEC flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport. Many passengers pass through Panama City Tocumen International Airport when flying between SFO and MEC.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Manta Airport (MEC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport flight is R 5,336. A return ticket is currently R 9,769. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to MEC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to MEC.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manta Airport (MEC)
Book a hotel close to MEC if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Manta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Manta's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Manta Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Manta Airport (MEC) to central Manta
Manta Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Manta. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Manta Airport (MEC)
November is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Manta in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Manta Airport for March if you'd like to go to Manta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to MEC in August. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Manta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Ecuador you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Manta, a visit to Guayaquil will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Quito is another standout destination in Ecuador and is around 257 kilometres east of Manta. No journey is complete without dropping by Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas.
