Airport Comparison
| GBU | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Khashm El Girba Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GBU | SJO |
| ICAO Code | HSKG | MROC |
| City | Khashm El Girba | San Jose |
| Country | Sudan | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,560 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.930000, 35.880000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Khashm El Girba (GBU) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) in Khashm El Girba, Sudan to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 12,856 kilometers (7,989 miles / 6,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 Sudan 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 03:02 in Khashm El Girba, it's 19:02 in San Jose. With a 8-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 1,461 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Khashm El Girba Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Khashm El Girba (GBU) follows a heading of 68° (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 Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.