The flight distance from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Carrillo Airport (RIK) in Nicoya, Costa Rica is 8,985 kilometers (5,583 miles / 4,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ivory Coast with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:41 in Abidjan, it's 20:41 in Nicoya. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nicoya (RIK) to Abidjan (ABJ) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) and Carrillo Airport (RIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.