The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica is 2,433 kilometers (1,512 miles / 1,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 04:54 in Houston, it's 04:54 in Nicoya/Guanacate.

The return flight from Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 336° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Guanacaste Airport (NCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.