Airport Comparison
| IAD | LIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Limon International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | LIO |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | MRLM |
| City | Washington | Puerto Limon |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 9.960000, -83.020000 |
Washington (IAD) to Puerto Limon (LIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica is 3,264 kilometers (2,028 miles / 1,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 191°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:31 in Washington, it's 13:31 in Puerto Limon.
The return flight from Puerto Limon (LIO) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Limon International Airport (LIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.