IAD
Washington
United States
3,296 km
2,048 miles
JAP
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
Distance
3,296 km
2,048 mi / 1,780 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
195°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IAD JAP
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Chacarita Airport
IATA Code IAD JAP
ICAO Code KIAD MRCH
City Washington Puntarenas
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 312 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 9.980000, -84.770000

Washington (IAD) to Puntarenas (JAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Chacarita Airport (JAP) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica is 3,296 kilometers (2,048 miles / 1,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

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 06:59 in Washington, it's 05:59 in Puntarenas.

The return flight from Puntarenas (JAP) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 11° (north 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Chacarita Airport (JAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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