The flight distance from Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) in Warsaw, Poland is 10,140 kilometers (6,301 miles / 5,475 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Poland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:50 in San Jose, it's 06:50 in Warsaw. With a 8-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 2,925 feet between the two airports. Warsaw Chopin Airport sits lower than Tobias Bolanos International Airport.

The return flight from Warsaw (WAW) to San Jose (SYQ) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) and Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.