Airport Comparison
| LKA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gewayentana Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LKA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | WRKL | MROC |
| City | Larantuka-Flores Island | San Jose |
| Country | Indonesia | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 57 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.350000, 122.980000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Larantuka-Flores Island (LKA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gewayentana Airport (LKA) in Larantuka-Flores Island, Indonesia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 17,026 kilometers (10,579 miles / 9,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 Indonesia with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in Larantuka-Flores Island, it's 04:13 in San Jose. With a 14-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 2,964 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Gewayentana Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Larantuka-Flores Island (LKA) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gewayentana Airport (LKA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.