The flight distance from Wyk auf Fohr Airport (OHR) in Wyk auf Fohr, Germany to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 9,278 kilometers (5,765 miles / 5,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 Germany 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 11:37 in Wyk auf Fohr, it's 04:37 in San Jose. With a 7-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 2,995 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Wyk auf Fohr Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Wyk auf Fohr (OHR) follows a heading of 36° (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 Wyk auf Fohr Airport (OHR) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.