The flight distance from Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) in Fort Collins/Loveland, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,958 kilometers (2,459 miles / 2,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 15:02 in Fort Collins/Loveland, it's 15:02 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,999 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Northern Colorado Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Collins/Loveland (FNL) follows a heading of 332° (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 Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.