The flight distance from Kullu Manali Airport (KUU) in Kullu Manali Airport, India to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 14,955 kilometers (9,292 miles / 8,075 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 India 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 04:42 in Kullu Manali Airport, it's 17:12 in San Jose. With a 11.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Kullu Manali Airport (KUU) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Kullu Manali Airport (KUU) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.