SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
4,245 km
2,638 miles
UPL
Upala
Costa Rica
Distance
4,245 km
2,638 mi / 2,292 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Denver
Heading
134°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

SLC UPL
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Upala Airport
IATA Code SLC UPL
ICAO Code KSLC MRUP
City Salt Lake City Upala
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Denver America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 4,231 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 10.890000, -85.020000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 4,245 kilometers (2,638 miles / 2,292 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 02:12 in Salt Lake City, it's 02:12 in Upala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,047 feet between the two airports. Upala Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Upala (UPL) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 326° (north 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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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