The flight distance from Makung Airport (MZG) in Makung City, Taiwan to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 15,471 kilometers (9,614 miles / 8,354 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Taiwan 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 20:35 in Makung City, it's 06:35 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 2,918 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Makung Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Makung City (MZG) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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