MEC Eloy Alfaro International Airport
- 06:4106:552K1690Quito(UIO)Baggage claim
- 14:252K1694Quito(UIO)On time
- 16:34XL1391Quito(UIO)On time
About MEC Airport
Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta serves Ecuador’s Pacific coast with a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic, making transfers straightforward for travelers. The airport is a base for regional carriers such as TAME’s successors and several private operators, with frequent flights to Quito, Guayaquil and occasional international services to Panama and other nearby destinations. Visitors will find streamlined facilities for baggage and customs, helpful for fishing and business travelers alike. Check the local online flight board for arrivals and departures.
Frequently asked questions
The IATA airport code for Eloy Alfaro International Airport is MEC.
The ICAO code for Eloy Alfaro International Airport is SEMT.
Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) is located in Manta, Ecuador.
The local time zone at Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) is America/Guayaquil (GMT-5).
About 6 scheduled departures were counted at Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.
For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.
The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.