DEN
Denver
United States
4,042 km
2,512 miles
DRK
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
Distance
4,042 km
2,512 mi / 2,183 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
143°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN DRK
Airport Name Denver International Airport Drake Bay Airport
IATA Code DEN DRK
ICAO Code KDEN MRDK
City Denver Puntarenas
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Denver America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 5,434 ft 12 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 8.720000, -83.640000

Denver (DEN) to Puntarenas (DRK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Drake Bay Airport (DRK) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica is 4,042 kilometers (2,512 miles / 2,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:44 in Denver, it's 06:44 in Puntarenas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,422 feet between the two airports. Drake Bay Airport sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Puntarenas (DRK) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 332° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Drake Bay Airport (DRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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