SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
8,356 km
5,192 miles
UNK
Unalakleet
United States
Distance
8,356 km
5,192 mi / 4,512 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO UNK
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Unalakleet Airport
IATA Code SJO UNK
ICAO Code MROC PAUN
City San Jose Unalakleet
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Anchorage
Elevation 3,021 ft 27 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 63.890000, -160.800000

San Jose (SJO) to Unalakleet (UNK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Unalakleet Airport (UNK) in Unalakleet, United States is 8,356 kilometers (5,192 miles / 4,512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:48 in San Jose, it's 02:48 in Unalakleet. 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 2,994 feet between the two airports. Unalakleet Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Unalakleet (UNK) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 Unalakleet Airport (UNK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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