GLF
Golfito
Costa Rica
3,676 km
2,284 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
3,676 km
2,284 mi / 1,985 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
13°
north northeast

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GLF JFK
Airport Name Golfito Airport John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code GLF JFK
ICAO Code MRGF KJFK
City Golfito New York
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/New_York
Elevation 49 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 8.650000, -83.180000 40.640000, -73.780000

Golfito (GLF) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 3,676 kilometers (2,284 miles / 1,985 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

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 03:43 in Golfito, it's 04:43 in New York.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 197° (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 Golfito Airport (GLF) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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