The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 6,091 kilometers (3,785 miles / 3,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 169°.

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 Chile. 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 13:47 in San Jose, it's 16:47 in Alto Palena. 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 2,227 feet between the two airports. Alto Palena Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.