The flight distance from Usiminas Airport (IPN) in Ipatinga, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,622 kilometers (3,494 miles / 3,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Brazil 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 17:40 in Ipatinga, it's 14:40 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,237 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Usiminas Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Ipatinga (IPN) follows a heading of 126° (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 Usiminas Airport (IPN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.