The flight distance from Al Ain International Airport (AAN) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 14,225 kilometers (8,839 miles / 7,681 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:42 in Al Ain, it's 00:42 in San Jose. With a 10-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 2,152 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Al Ain International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Al Ain (AAN) follows a heading of 48° (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 Al Ain International Airport (AAN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.