Airport Comparison
| MSP | NCT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport | Guanacaste Airport |
| IATA Code | MSP | NCT |
| ICAO Code | KMSP | MRNC |
| City | Minneapolis | Nicoya/Guanacate |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 842 ft | 365 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.880000, -93.220000 | 10.140000, -85.450000 |
Minneapolis (MSP) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica is 3,934 kilometers (2,444 miles / 2,124 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.
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 10:38 in Minneapolis, it's 10:38 in Nicoya/Guanacate.
The return flight from Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 350° (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 Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Guanacaste Airport (NCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.