Travelling from Manta Airport (MEC) to New York: what you need to know
Manta Airport is located in Manta. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 1 hour ahead of Manta.
To ensure you catch your flight from MEC to New York, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Whether you're eager to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is a stop you can make during your flight from MEC to New York.
If you have a passport from Ecuador, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Manta Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Central Manta to MEC is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near MEC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manta Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manta Airport (MEC) to New York
C$511 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Manta Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$775. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEC to New York. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Manta Airport to New York.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MEC to New York. There's no need to look every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Manta Airport to New York. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Manta Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The centre of New York is around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Manta Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from MEC to New York, settle in at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Manta Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, visit New York in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Manta Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MEC to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Manta Airport to New York, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-visits when exploring New York.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Manta Airport to New York.
