The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) in Palmar Sur, Costa Rica is 9,650 kilometers (5,996 miles / 5,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Germany 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 08:57 in Munich, it's 01:57 in Palmar Sur. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,438 feet between the two airports. Palmar Sur Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Palmar Sur (PMZ) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 42° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.