The flight distance from Limoges Airport (LIG) in Limoges/Bellegarde, France to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 8,857 kilometers (5,503 miles / 4,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:10 in Limoges/Bellegarde, it's 08:10 in San Jose. With a 7-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 1,721 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Limoges Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Limoges/Bellegarde (LIG) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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