The flight distance from Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic to Carrillo Airport (RIK) in Nicoya, Costa Rica is 9,851 kilometers (6,121 miles / 5,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Czech Republic 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 00:51 in Prague, it's 17:51 in Nicoya. 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 1,241 feet between the two airports. Carrillo Airport sits lower than Václav Havel Airport.

The return flight from Nicoya (RIK) to Prague (PRG) follows a heading of 39° (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 Václav Havel Airport (PRG) and Carrillo Airport (RIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.