Callao to Manta flights
Manta lies 1,297 km (806 mi) north of Callao, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 25 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.
| Callao | Manta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Ecuador |
| Population | 1.2 million | 264,281 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | LIM, 4 km out | MEC, 6 km out |
| Postal codes | 02690–16500 | 130201–130225 |
What changes when you arrive in Manta
Crossing from Peru into Ecuador: money changes from the Sol to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; 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 Callao
Callao is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 11,506-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Manta
Manta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,383 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eloy Alfaro International Airport (regional) | MEC | 6 km (4 mi) | 9,383 ft | 48 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Manta from Callao?
1,297 km (806 mi) in a straight line, north of Callao.
How long does it take to get from Callao to Manta by air?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Callao and Manta?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Callao to Manta flights?
Typically Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC).
What currency do I need in Manta?
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.