IAD
Washington
United States
3,203 km
1,990 miles
UPL
Upala
Costa Rica
Distance
3,203 km
1,990 mi / 1,729 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
195°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IAD UPL
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Upala Airport
IATA Code IAD UPL
ICAO Code KIAD MRUP
City Washington Upala
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 312 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 10.890000, -85.020000

Washington (IAD) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 3,203 kilometers (1,990 miles / 1,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

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 16:47 in Washington, it's 15:47 in Upala.

The return flight from Upala (UPL) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 12° (north northeast). 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 Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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