Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
Orlando and Manta share the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Your MCO to MEC flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport. Many passengers pass through Panama City Tocumen International Airport when flying between MCO and MEC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Manta Airport (MEC)
$318 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport flight. Return flights start from $679. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCO to MEC if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCO to MEC.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from Orlando International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Manta Airport (MEC)
If you're getting in on a late Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MEC:
Follow your own route with a Manta Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and discover more of Manta and beyond.
Booking your ride 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 roughly 6 kilometres from central Manta. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Manta Airport (MEC)
November is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Manta in March.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Manta Airport for March if you want to explore Manta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to MEC in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Manta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Ecuador waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Manta, a visit to Guayaquil will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
If you're ready to explore another side of Ecuador, head for Quito, about 257 kilometres east of Manta. Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas are highlights.
