Airport Comparison
Cancun (CUN) to La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica is 1,199 kilometers (745 miles / 647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:16 in Cancun, it's 03:16 in La Fortuna/San Carlos.
The return flight from La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 349° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Arenal Airport (FON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.