The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Vigo Airport (VGO) in Vigo, Spain is 8,078 kilometers (5,020 miles / 4,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:10 in San Jose, it's 01:10 in Vigo. With a 7-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 2,165 feet between the two airports. Vigo Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Vigo (VGO) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 268° (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 Vigo Airport (VGO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.