MSP
Minneapolis
United States
3,963 km
2,463 miles
RIK
Nicoya
Costa Rica
Distance
3,963 km
2,463 mi / 2,140 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
167°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MSP RIK
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Carrillo Airport
IATA Code MSP RIK
ICAO Code KMSP MRCR
City Minneapolis Nicoya
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 842 ft 6 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 9.870000, -85.480000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Nicoya (RIK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Carrillo Airport (RIK) in Nicoya, Costa Rica is 3,963 kilometers (2,463 miles / 2,140 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

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 17:06 in Minneapolis, it's 17:06 in Nicoya.

The return flight from Nicoya (RIK) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 351° (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 Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Carrillo Airport (RIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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