What is the tower frequency at SEMT?

The tower frequency at Eloy Alfaro Intl is 118.7 MHz.

What fuel is available at SEMT?

Eloy Alfaro Intl offers Jet A-1.

Does SEMT require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Eloy Alfaro Intl (Ecuador).

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Eloy Alfaro Intl

Eloy Alfaro Intl (SEMT/MEC) serves Manta, Ecuador. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (05/23). Field elevation is 48 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SEMT
Name: Eloy Alfaro Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -0.946078
Longitude: -80.678802
Elevation: 48 ft
Country: Ecuador
Municipality: Manta
IATA Code: MEC
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Guayaquil
Distance from City: 18.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 9383 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $6.50 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: $3.50 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: USD
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SEMT.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Standard Jet A-1 available at SEMT.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Port of entry. Manta, Pacific coast. Former US military base.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Coastal airport. Fishing industry. Regional traffic.

Alternates

SEGU

ICAO: SEGU
Name: Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl
Distance (NM): 87.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Major international port of entry. Guayaquil. Full FIS. Largest city.

Airport Services

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Ecuador Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
Landing Lead Time: 48 hours (single airport, <48h stay); 8-12 business days (multi-airport or extended stay)

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require DGAC notification.

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Nearby Airports

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SEMT?: The tower frequency at Eloy Alfaro Intl is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at SEMT?: Eloy Alfaro Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does SEMT require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Eloy Alfaro Intl (Ecuador).

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