The flight distance from Ely/Yelland Field (ELY) in Ely, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,452 kilometers (2,766 miles / 2,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:07 in Ely, it's 07:07 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,239 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Ely/Yelland Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Ely (ELY) follows a heading of 322° (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 Ely/Yelland Field (ELY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.