The flight distance from Khark Island Airport (KHK) in Khark Island Airport, Iran to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 13,475 kilometers (8,373 miles / 7,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:29 in Khark Island Airport, it's 05:59 in San Jose. With a 9.5-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 3,004 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Khark Island Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Khark Island Airport (KHK) follows a heading of 47° (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 Khark Island Airport (KHK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.