The flight distance from Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,501 kilometers (5,282 miles / 4,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:02 in La Fortuna/San Carlos, it's 12:02 in Madrid. With a 7-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 1,659 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Arenal Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) follows a heading of 272° (west). 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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.