Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Manta?

Flights from San Francisco to Manta usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Manta (MEC).

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Manta pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Manta pass through Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Manta?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from San Francisco to Manta. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $634 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,120, a difference of $1,486. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Manta?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manta takes 00m, covering 3,760 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Manta?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Manta changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,010 to $2,101. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Manta?

Manta is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Ecuador Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Manta Airport (MEC)?

Manta Airport (MEC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $37 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Localiza • Budget • Avis

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manta?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manta typically range from $634 to $834. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,010, on Copa Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Manta?

Copa Airlines ($1,010) and Avianca ($1,201) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Manta according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Manta?

Flights via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $583. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Manta which airport offers the shortest layover?

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Manta layovers at 15h 20m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21

7:36 pm - 5:23 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

18h 47m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:21 pm - 5:25 pmMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

26h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$1,010Copa Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18

7:36 pm - 5:23 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

18h 47m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:21 pm - 5:25 pmMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

26h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$1,027Copa Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 18

1:30 am - 3:55 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

35h 25m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado Quito Mariscal Sucr

10:05 am - 11:55 amMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

28h 50m3 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$1,201Avianca

Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 18

1:30 am - 6:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

26h 25m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

10:05 am - 11:55 amMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

28h 50m3 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$1,269Avianca

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18

1:15 pm - 6:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

14h 40m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

9:50 pm - 11:55 amMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

17h 05m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$1,494Avianca

Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21

6:00 am - 3:55 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

30h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

9:50 pm - 11:55 amMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

17h 05m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$1,658Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21

1:15 pm - 3:55 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

23h 40m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

1:59 pm - 9:40 pmMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

34h 41m3 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$2,094Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21

1:15 pm - 8:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MEC Manta

27h 55m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

2:20 pm - 9:40 pmMEC Manta-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m3 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$2,101Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manta? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Manta departing in december.

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How long is a flight from San Francisco to Manta?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manta takes 00m, covering 3,760 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Manta?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Manta changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,010 to $2,101. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Manta Airport (MEC)?
Manta Airport (MEC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $37 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Fox
• Localiza
• Budget
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Manta?
Flights from San Francisco to Manta usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Manta (MEC).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Manta pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Manta pass through Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Manta?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from San Francisco to Manta. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $634 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,120, a difference of $1,486.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Manta?
Manta is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Ecuador Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $634, about $1,486 less than Tuesday fares (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Manta trip for September. Fares historically average $583 round-trip in that month - typically $1,537 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manta Airport.

• Hostal Costa Azul

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