Cali to Machala flights
Machala lies 836 km (520 mi) south-west of Cali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 49 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Cali | Machala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.4 million | 289,141 |
| Elevation | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | CLO, 20 km out | ETR, 21 km out |
| Postal codes | 760001–760050 | 070201–070223 |
What changes when you arrive in Machala
Crossing from Colombia into Ecuador: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Cali
Cali is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (CLO), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gerardo Tobar López Airport (BUN, 68 km).
Arriving in Machala
Machala is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport (ETR), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,625 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport (TBP, 57 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport (regional) | ETR | 21 km (13 mi) | 8,625 ft | 20 ft |
| Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport (regional) | TBP | 57 km (35 mi) | 8,202 ft | 115 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Machala from Cali?
836 km (520 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Cali.
How long does it take to get from Cali to Machala by air?
About 1 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cali and Machala?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Cali to Machala flights?
Typically Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (CLO) to Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport (ETR); Machala also has TBP.
What currency do I need in Machala?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.