The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 1,918 kilometers (1,192 miles / 1,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Mexico City, it's 20:40 in Rio Frio / Progreso.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,966 feet between the two airports. Rio Frio / Progreso Airport sits lower than Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 304° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.