Flying from London to Manta Airport (MEC): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can start your vacation. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organizing your flight from London to Manta Airport (MEC). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Manta Airport is located in Manta. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 5 hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to MEC, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
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About Manta Airport (MEC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Manta Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEC:
Getting from Manta Airport (MEC) to central Manta
From Manta Airport, Manta is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Manta Airport (MEC)
Book a one-way ticket from London to Manta Airport from C$692 or travel return from just C$1,756. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from London to MEC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from London to Manta Airport.
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The best time to fly from London to Manta Airport (MEC)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Manta. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in August. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Manta Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Manta is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from London to MEC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Manta Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Manta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Manta right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from London to Manta Airport:
Malecon Playa Murcielago and Museo del Banco Central are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Manta must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Playa el Murcielago.
Complete your Manta trip with a car rental
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