PLD
Playa Samara
Costa Rica
4,281 km
2,660 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
4,281 km
2,660 mi / 2,311 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PLD SLC
Airport Name Playa Samara Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code PLD SLC
ICAO Code MRSR KSLC
City Playa Samara Salt Lake City
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Denver
Elevation 10 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates 10.250000, -85.420000 40.790000, -111.980000

Playa Samara (PLD) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Playa Samara Airport (PLD) in Playa Samara, Costa Rica to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 4,281 kilometers (2,660 miles / 2,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:39 in Playa Samara, it's 16:39 in Salt Lake City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,221 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Playa Samara Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Playa Samara (PLD) follows a heading of 135° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Playa Samara Airport (PLD) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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