The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,230 kilometers (2,629 miles / 2,284 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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 13:48 in Grand Rapids, it's 12:48 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,665 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.