The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica is 5,546 kilometers (3,446 miles / 2,995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Brazil with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:38 in Curitiba, it's 03:38 in La Fortuna/San Carlos. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,646 feet between the two airports. Arenal Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and Arenal Airport (FON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.