The flight distance from Gao Airport (GAQ) in Gao Airport, Mali to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 9,086 kilometers (5,646 miles / 4,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:50 in Gao Airport, it's 02:50 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 2,151 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Gao Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Gao Airport (GAQ) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Gao Airport (GAQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.