The flight distance from Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) in Gregory Downs Airport, Australia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 15,250 kilometers (9,476 miles / 8,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:43 in Gregory Downs Airport, it's 09:43 in San Jose. With a 16-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 2,969 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Gregory Downs Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Gregory Downs Airport (GGD) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.