The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Tambacounda Airport (TUD) in Tambacounda, Senegal is 7,664 kilometers (4,762 miles / 4,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Senegal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:33 in San Jose, it's 22:33 in Tambacounda. With a 6-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 2,860 feet between the two airports. Tambacounda Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Tambacounda (TUD) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Tambacounda Airport (TUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.