DLG
Dillingham
United States
8,161 km
5,071 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
8,161 km
5,071 mi / 4,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
98°
east

Airport Comparison

DLG SJO
Airport Name Dillingham Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code DLG SJO
ICAO Code PADL MROC
City Dillingham San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 82 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 59.040000, -158.510000 9.990000, -84.210000

Dillingham (DLG) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dillingham Airport (DLG) in Dillingham, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 8,161 kilometers (5,071 miles / 4,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:19 in Dillingham, it's 20:19 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,939 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Dillingham Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Dillingham (DLG) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dillingham Airport (DLG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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