CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,826 km
1,756 miles
SYQ
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
2,826 km
1,756 mi / 1,526 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
187°
south

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CLT SYQ
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Tobias Bolanos International Airport
IATA Code CLT SYQ
ICAO Code KCLT MRPV
City Charlotte San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 748 ft 3,287 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 9.960000, -84.140000

Charlotte (CLT) to San Jose (SYQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,826 kilometers (1,756 miles / 1,526 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 01:23 in Charlotte, it's 00:23 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,539 feet between the two airports. Tobias Bolanos International Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SYQ) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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