MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
8,533 km
5,302 miles
RFR
Rio Frio / Progreso
Costa Rica
Distance
8,533 km
5,302 mi / 4,607 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
270°
west

Airport Comparison

MAN RFR
Airport Name Manchester Airport Rio Frio / Progreso Airport
IATA Code MAN RFR
ICAO Code EGCC MRRF
City Manchester Rio Frio / Progreso
Country United Kingdom Costa Rica
Timezone Europe/London America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 257 ft 350 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 10.330000, -83.890000

Manchester (MAN) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 8,533 kilometers (5,302 miles / 4,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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 Kingdom with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:08 in Manchester, it's 18:08 in Rio Frio / Progreso. With a 6-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 Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 37° (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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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