The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 2,366 kilometers (1,470 miles / 1,278 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in Guadalajara, it's 01:45 in Rio Frio / Progreso.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,666 feet between the two airports. Rio Frio / Progreso Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.