Airport Comparison
| KWG | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kryvyi Rih International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWG | SJO |
| ICAO Code | UKDR | MROC |
| City | Kryvyi Rih | San Jose |
| Country | Ukraine | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Europe/Zaporozhye | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 408 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.040000, 33.210000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Kryvyi Rih (KWG) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kryvyi Rih International Airport (KWG) in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 11,123 kilometers (6,912 miles / 6,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
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 Ukraine 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,613 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Kryvyi Rih International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Kryvyi Rih (KWG) follows a heading of 37° (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 Kryvyi Rih International Airport (KWG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.