RIK
Nicoya
Costa Rica
5,271 km
3,275 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
5,271 km
3,275 mi / 2,846 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RIK YYC
Airport Name Carrillo Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code RIK YYC
ICAO Code MRCR CYYC
City Nicoya Calgary
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Edmonton
Elevation 6 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 9.870000, -85.480000 51.110000, -114.020000

Nicoya (RIK) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carrillo Airport (RIK) in Nicoya, Costa Rica to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 5,271 kilometers (3,275 miles / 2,846 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:56 in Nicoya, it's 23:56 in Calgary.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,551 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Carrillo Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Nicoya (RIK) follows a heading of 140° (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 Carrillo Airport (RIK) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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