DRK
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
3,676 km
2,284 miles
EWR
Newark
United States
Distance
3,676 km
2,284 mi / 1,985 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
13°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

DRK EWR
Airport Name Drake Bay Airport Newark Liberty International Airport
IATA Code DRK EWR
ICAO Code MRDK KEWR
City Puntarenas Newark
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/New_York
Elevation 12 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 8.720000, -83.640000 40.690000, -74.170000

Puntarenas (DRK) to Newark (EWR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drake Bay Airport (DRK) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States is 3,676 kilometers (2,284 miles / 1,985 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:39 in Puntarenas, it's 10:39 in Newark.

The return flight from Newark (EWR) to Puntarenas (DRK) follows a heading of 197° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Drake Bay Airport (DRK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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