The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Saint Louis Airport (XLS) in Saint Louis, Senegal is 7,342 kilometers (4,562 miles / 3,964 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Senegal. 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 08:39 in San Jose, it's 14:39 in Saint Louis. With a 6-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 3,012 feet between the two airports. Saint Louis Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Saint Louis (XLS) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 274° (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 Saint Louis Airport (XLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.