CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,783 km
1,729 miles
RFR
Rio Frio / Progreso
Costa Rica
Distance
2,783 km
1,729 mi / 1,502 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
187°
south

Airport Comparison

CLT RFR
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Rio Frio / Progreso Airport
IATA Code CLT RFR
ICAO Code KCLT MRRF
City Charlotte Rio Frio / Progreso
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 748 ft 350 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 10.330000, -83.890000

Charlotte (CLT) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 2,783 kilometers (1,729 miles / 1,502 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:25 in Charlotte, it's 03:25 in Rio Frio / Progreso.

The return flight from Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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