DTW
Detroit
United States
3,587 km
2,229 miles
SYQ
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,587 km
2,229 mi / 1,937 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
181°
south

Airport Comparison

DTW SYQ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Tobias Bolanos International Airport
IATA Code DTW SYQ
ICAO Code KDTW MRPV
City Detroit San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 645 ft 3,287 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 9.960000, -84.140000

Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SYQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,587 kilometers (2,229 miles / 1,937 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 08:37 in Detroit, it's 07:37 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,642 feet between the two airports. Tobias Bolanos International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SYQ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 1° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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