The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica is 12,873 kilometers (7,999 miles / 6,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Uganda with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:01 in Kampala, it's 04:01 in Perez Zeledon. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,682 feet between the two airports. San Isidro del General Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.