The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica is 8,594 kilometers (5,340 miles / 4,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 Spain 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 11:52 in Madrid, it's 04:52 in Nicoya/Guanacate. With a 7-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 1,636 feet between the two airports. Guanacaste Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 51° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Guanacaste Airport (NCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.