Manta to Guayaquil flights
Guayaquil lies 167 km (104 mi) south-east of Manta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
| Manta | Guayaquil | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 264,281 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | MEC, 6 km out | GYE, 4 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Guayaquil
Guayaquil is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,154 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport | GYE | 4 km (2 mi) | 9,154 ft | 19 ft |
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Staying in Guayaquil
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Guayaquil. Of the 237 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (104), and 9 are five-star. Across 92 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 41,157 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Guayaquil from Manta?
167 km (104 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Manta.
How long does it take to get from Manta to Guayaquil by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manta and Guayaquil?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Which airports are used for Manta to Guayaquil flights?
Typically Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE).
Where can I stay in Guayaquil?
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Guayaquil, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.