Airport Comparison
| NCT | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guanacaste Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCT | SAN |
| ICAO Code | MRNC | KSAN |
| City | Nicoya/Guanacate | San Diego |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 365 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.140000, -85.450000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 4,106 kilometers (2,551 miles / 2,217 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:01 in Nicoya/Guanacate, it's 12:01 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guanacaste Airport (NCT) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.