The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil is 4,643 kilometers (2,885 miles / 2,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:38 in San Jose, it's 04:38 in Sao Luis. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,843 feet between the two airports. Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Luis (SLZ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.