Airport Comparison
| DCA | FON | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | Arenal Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | FON |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | MRAN |
| City | Washington | La Fortuna/San Carlos |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 342 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 10.480000, -84.630000 |
Washington (DCA) to La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica is 3,243 kilometers (2,015 miles / 1,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 22:33 in Washington, it's 21:33 in La Fortuna/San Carlos.
The return flight from La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 12° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Arenal Airport (FON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.