LAX
Los Angeles
United States
4,249 km
2,640 miles
UPL
Upala
Costa Rica
Distance
4,249 km
2,640 mi / 2,294 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
119°
east southeast

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Airport Comparison

LAX UPL
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Upala Airport
IATA Code LAX UPL
ICAO Code KLAX MRUP
City Los Angeles Upala
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 128 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 10.890000, -85.020000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 4,249 kilometers (2,640 miles / 2,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:05 in Los Angeles, it's 17:05 in Upala.

The return flight from Upala (UPL) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 312° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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