Eloy Alfaro International Airport
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About Eloy Alfaro International Airport
Eloy Alfaro International Airport is a joint use civil and military airport on the Pacific coast near Manta, a city in the Manabí Province of Ecuador. The airport, also known as Eloy Alfaro Air Base, is named in honor of Eloy Alfaro, a former president of Ecuador. It was inaugurated by the Ecuadorian Air Force on October 24, 1978. It is the fourth-busiest airport in Ecuador.
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Live weather
SEMTLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,383 ft / 2,860 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MANTA APP | 122.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | MANTA RDO | 126.900 MHz |
| TWR | MANTA TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Eloy Alfaro International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Eloy Alfaro International Airport?
The ICAO code for Eloy Alfaro International Airport is SEMT, and its IATA code is MEC.
Where is Eloy Alfaro International Airport located?
Eloy Alfaro International Airport is medium airport located in Manta, Ecuador, at an elevation of 48 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Eloy Alfaro International Airport have?
Eloy Alfaro International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,383 ft / 2,860 m.
Which airlines fly to Eloy Alfaro International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Eloy Alfaro International Airport include TAME (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Eloy Alfaro International Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Eloy Alfaro International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Eloy Alfaro International Airport in?
Eloy Alfaro International Airport is in the America/Guayaquil time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Eloy Alfaro International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Eloy Alfaro International Airport is approximately 3.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Eloy Alfaro International Airport?
The nearest airport to Eloy Alfaro International Airport is Jipijapa Airport (JIP), about 3.3 nm to the sse, followed by Reales Tamarindos Airport and Los Perales Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Eloy Alfaro International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.