The flight distance from Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) in Pago Pago, AS to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 9,910 kilometers (6,158 miles / 5,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:00 in Pago Pago, it's 19:00 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 2,990 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Pago Pago International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Pago Pago (PPG) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.