The flight distance from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, Vietnam to Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) in Palmar Sur, Costa Rica is 16,511 kilometers (10,259 miles / 8,915 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:02 in Hanoi, it's 03:02 in Palmar Sur. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Palmar Sur (PMZ) to Hanoi (HAN) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.