The flight distance from Amborovy Airport (MJN) in Amborovy Airport, Madagascar to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 14,629 kilometers (9,090 miles / 7,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:16 in Amborovy Airport, it's 11:16 in San Jose. With a 9-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 2,934 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Amborovy Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Amborovy Airport (MJN) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Amborovy Airport (MJN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.