DTW
Detroit
United States
3,545 km
2,203 miles
RFR
Rio Frio / Progreso
Costa Rica
Distance
3,545 km
2,203 mi / 1,914 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
181°
south

Airport Comparison

DTW RFR
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Rio Frio / Progreso Airport
IATA Code DTW RFR
ICAO Code KDTW MRRF
City Detroit Rio Frio / Progreso
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 645 ft 350 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 10.330000, -83.890000

Detroit (DTW) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 3,545 kilometers (2,203 miles / 1,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 03:45 in Detroit, it's 02:45 in Rio Frio / Progreso.

The return flight from Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 1° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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