DRK
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
3,411 km
2,120 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
3,411 km
2,120 mi / 1,842 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

DRK IAD
Airport Name Drake Bay Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code DRK IAD
ICAO Code MRDK KIAD
City Puntarenas Washington
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/New_York
Elevation 12 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 8.720000, -83.640000 38.900000, -77.500000

Puntarenas (DRK) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drake Bay Airport (DRK) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 3,411 kilometers (2,120 miles / 1,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

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 08:02 in Puntarenas, it's 09:02 in Washington.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Puntarenas (DRK) follows a heading of 192° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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