The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) in Sao Pedro, Cape Verde is 6,422 kilometers (3,990 miles / 3,467 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 14:19 in San Jose, it's 19:19 in Sao Pedro. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,955 feet between the two airports. Sao Pedro Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Pedro (VXE) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 271° (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 Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.