The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica is 8,547 kilometers (5,311 miles / 4,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:48 in Edinburgh, it's 11:48 in Perez Zeledon. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,965 feet between the two airports. San Isidro del General Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 35° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.