SAN
San Diego
United States
4,265 km
2,650 miles
XQP
Quepos
Costa Rica
Distance
4,265 km
2,650 mi / 2,303 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
120°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

SAN XQP
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Quepos Managua Airport
IATA Code SAN XQP
ICAO Code KSAN MRQP
City San Diego Quepos
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 17 ft 85 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 9.440000, -84.130000

San Diego (SAN) to Quepos (XQP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) in Quepos, Costa Rica is 4,265 kilometers (2,650 miles / 2,303 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:51 in San Diego, it's 04:51 in Quepos.

The return flight from Quepos (XQP) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 312° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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