The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to North Fork Valley Airport (WPO) in Paonia, United States is 3,963 kilometers (2,463 miles / 2,140 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 15:55 in San Jose, it's 14:55 in Paonia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,767 feet between the two airports. North Fork Valley Airport sits higher than Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Paonia (WPO) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 138° (southeast). 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 North Fork Valley Airport (WPO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.