Airport Comparison
| FON | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Arenal Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | FON | JFK |
| ICAO Code | MRAN | KJFK |
| City | La Fortuna/San Carlos | New York |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 342 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.480000, -84.630000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 3,519 kilometers (2,187 miles / 1,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:17 in La Fortuna/San Carlos, it's 02:17 in New York.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Arenal Airport (FON) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.