The flight distance from Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,026 kilometers (2,502 miles / 2,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:25 in Rifle, it's 18:25 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,516 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Rifle Garfield County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Rifle (RIL) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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