DTW
Detroit
United States
3,486 km
2,166 miles
UPL
Upala
Costa Rica
Distance
3,486 km
2,166 mi / 1,883 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
183°
south

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DTW UPL
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Upala Airport
IATA Code DTW UPL
ICAO Code KDTW MRUP
City Detroit Upala
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 645 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 10.890000, -85.020000

Detroit (DTW) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 3,486 kilometers (2,166 miles / 1,883 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 183°.

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 13:12 in Detroit, it's 12:12 in Upala.

The return flight from Upala (UPL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 2° (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 Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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