The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport (VAG) in Varginha, Brazil is 5,496 kilometers (3,415 miles / 2,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 23:05 in San Jose, it's 02:05 in Varginha. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Varginha (VAG) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 306° (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 Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport (VAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.