The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) in Teofilo Otoni, Brazil is 5,620 kilometers (3,492 miles / 3,035 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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 15:09 in San Jose, it's 18:09 in Teofilo Otoni. 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 1,449 feet between the two airports. Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Teofilo Otoni (TFL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 300° (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 Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.