The flight distance from Yas Island Seaplane Base (AYM) in Yas Island, United Arab Emirates to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 14,130 kilometers (8,780 miles / 7,629 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 09:37 in Yas Island, it's 23:37 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 3,021 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Yas Island Seaplane Base.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Yas Island (AYM) follows a heading of 49° (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 Yas Island Seaplane Base (AYM) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.