The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Municipal de Linares Airport (ZLR) in Linares, Chile is 5,268 kilometers (3,274 miles / 2,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 01:46 in San Jose, it's 04:46 in Linares. 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 2,430 feet between the two airports. Municipal de Linares Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Linares (ZLR) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 343° (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 Municipal de Linares Airport (ZLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.