HOS
Chos Malal
Argentina
5,472 km
3,400 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
5,472 km
3,400 mi / 2,955 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Argentina/Salta
Heading
342°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

HOS SJO
Airport Name Chos Malal Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code HOS SJO
ICAO Code SAHC MROC
City Chos Malal San Jose
Country Argentina Costa Rica
Timezone America/Argentina/Salta America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 2,788 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates -37.440000, -70.220000 9.990000, -84.210000

Chos Malal (HOS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chos Malal Airport (HOS) in Chos Malal, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,472 kilometers (3,400 miles / 2,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:38 in Chos Malal, it's 17:38 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Chos Malal (HOS) follows a heading of 165° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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