Airport Comparison
| RFR | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rio Frio / Progreso Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | RFR | SFO |
| ICAO Code | MRRF | KSFO |
| City | Rio Frio / Progreso | San Francisco |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 350 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.330000, -83.890000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 4,892 kilometers (3,040 miles / 2,642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
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 03:07 in Rio Frio / Progreso, it's 01:07 in San Francisco.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.