The flight distance from Graciosa Airport (GRW) in Santa Cruz da Graciosa, Portugal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 6,412 kilometers (3,984 miles / 3,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

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 18:56 in Santa Cruz da Graciosa, it's 13:56 in San Jose. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,935 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Graciosa Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santa Cruz da Graciosa (GRW) follows a heading of 50° (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 Graciosa Airport (GRW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.