The flight distance from Drake Bay Airport (DRK) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Nadi International Airport (NAN) in Nadi, Fiji is 11,240 kilometers (6,984 miles / 6,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Fiji. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:37 in Puntarenas, it's 03:37 in Nadi. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nadi (NAN) to Puntarenas (DRK) follows a heading of 84° (east). 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 Nadi International Airport (NAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.