DEN
Denver
United States
3,872 km
2,406 miles
RFR
Rio Frio / Progreso
Costa Rica
Distance
3,872 km
2,406 mi / 2,090 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN RFR
Airport Name Denver International Airport Rio Frio / Progreso Airport
IATA Code DEN RFR
ICAO Code KDEN MRRF
City Denver Rio Frio / Progreso
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Denver America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 5,434 ft 350 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 10.330000, -83.890000

Denver (DEN) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 3,872 kilometers (2,406 miles / 2,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 15:31 in Denver, it's 16:31 in Rio Frio / Progreso.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,084 feet between the two airports. Rio Frio / Progreso 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 Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) 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 Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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