GLF
Golfito
Costa Rica
4,401 km
2,735 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
4,401 km
2,735 mi / 2,377 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GLF SAN
Airport Name Golfito Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code GLF SAN
ICAO Code MRGF KSAN
City Golfito San Diego
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 49 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 8.650000, -83.180000 32.730000, -117.190000

Golfito (GLF) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 4,401 kilometers (2,735 miles / 2,377 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:27 in Golfito, it's 20:27 in San Diego.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). 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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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