Travelling from Toronto to Manta Airport (MEC): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Manta Airport (MEC). Explore your options for departing Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Manta Airport is located in Manta. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Toronto.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to MEC.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Manta Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, 63.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to MEC flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Manta Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Manta Airport (MEC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Manta Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEC:
Pick up a Manta Airport rental car and explore Manta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Manta Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Manta Airport (MEC)
At the moment, $415 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Manta Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $972. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to MEC if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Manta Airport (MEC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Manta Airport (MEC). Visit Manta in April for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Toronto to MEC flight ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manta to range from 22ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Manta Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Manta
After booking your flight from Toronto to Manta Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manta:
Your visit to Manta wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Playa de Tarqui, Miraflores Park and Las Malvinas Park.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Manta, now it's time to discover other corners of Ecuador. Travel about 161 kilometres south-east to Guayaquil to tick off its leading attractions. From Amazon Rainforest to Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht and Palacio de Cristal, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Quito is another sought-after destination in Ecuador and is around 257 kilometres east of Manta. No trip is complete without visiting Free Walking Tour Quito, Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito.
