Airport Comparison
| SJO | UDJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Uzhhorod International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | UDJ |
| ICAO Code | MROC | UKLU |
| City | San Jose | Uzhhorod |
| Country | Costa Rica | Ukraine |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | Europe/Uzhgorod |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 383 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 48.630000, 22.260000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Uzhhorod (UDJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Uzhhorod International Airport (UDJ) in Uzhhorod, Ukraine is 10,354 kilometers (6,434 miles / 5,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
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 Costa Rica with Ukraine. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,638 feet between the two airports. Uzhhorod International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Uzhhorod (UDJ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 289° (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 Uzhhorod International Airport (UDJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.