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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Manta Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 478 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Manta flights are currently cheapest in June.

New York to Manta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Manta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manta.

New York to Manta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found454 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York to Manta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Manta is 454 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Manta. But we found flights with one stop from 454 €.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Manta.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Manta is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Manta Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Manta Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Manta is Avianca .

Travelling from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC): What you need to know

  • Manta (where Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from New York to MEC. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from New York to MEC, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is an option when departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Break up your flight from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport with a stop at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). A main stopover between Newark Liberty International Airport and MEC, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.

  • You can get to EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to MEC flight:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to New York LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:

  • The on-time performance record of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

  • You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)

  • Have a late flight from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MEC and turn in quicker:

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport flight.

Getting from Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to central Manta

  • From Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport, central Manta is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)

  • 216 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport. A return flight starts from 454 €. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to MEC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from New York to MEC.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC). Plan your visit to Manta in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Manta is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your New York to MEC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport in August when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

More about Manta

  • Start your Manta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Manta Eloy Alfaro International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Your Manta visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Playa de Tarqui, Miraflores Park and Playa Santa Marianita.

Explore more of Ecuador

  • Guayaquil is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've seen Manta. Around 161 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Ecuador, consider Quito, about 257 kilometres east of Manta. Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas are among its highlights.

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