The flight distance from Flores Airport (FLW) in Santa Cruz das Flores, Portugal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 6,167 kilometers (3,832 miles / 3,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 Portugal with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:49 in Santa Cruz das Flores, it's 20:49 in San Jose. With a 6-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 2,909 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Flores Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santa Cruz das Flores (FLW) 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 Flores Airport (FLW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.