The flight distance from Sondok Airport (DSO) in Sondok Airport, KP to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 13,592 kilometers (8,446 miles / 7,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 KP with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:57 in Sondok Airport, it's 06:57 in San Jose. With a 15-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 3,009 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sondok Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Sondok Airport (DSO) follows a heading of 331° (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 Sondok Airport (DSO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.