New York to Costa Rica Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from New York to Costa Rica?
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Average flight time is 5 hours 14 minutes

The fastest flight time from New York to Costa Rica is 5 hours 14 minutes

New York to Costa Rica flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 5 hours 14 minutes
Shortest flight duration 5 hours 14 minutes
Longest flight duration 5 hours 14 minutes
The average flight time from New York to Costa Rica is 5 hours 14 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from New York to Costa Rica is 2,221 miles / 3,574 km

New York airports

New York has 3 airports: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

If you don't fancy flying from New York there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Costa Rica: White Plains Westchester County Airport (HPN), Islip Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN), Allentown Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

Costa Rica airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to New York: San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: Newark to Costa Rica and Philadelphia to Costa Rica.

New York & Costa Rica local times and timezones

New York
EST -05:00
CST -06:00
Costa Rica
New York, United States is 1 hour ahead of Costa Rica, Costa Rica

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New York to Costa Rica FAQs

How long does it take to fly from New York to Costa Rica?

On average, the flight time from New York to Costa Rica is 5 hours 14 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from New York to Costa Rica could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between New York and Costa Rica?

The distance between New York and Costa Rica is 2,221 miles or 3,574 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from New York to Costa Rica?

The shortest flight time from New York to Costa Rica is 5 hours 14 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from New York to Costa Rica?

The average flight time from New York to Costa Rica is 5 hours 14 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between New York and Costa Rica?

The time zone difference between New York and Costa Rica is 1 hour.