The flight distance from Tazadit Airport (OUZ) in Zouerate, Mauritania to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 7,717 kilometers (4,795 miles / 4,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 Mauritania 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 23:09 in Zouerate, it's 17:09 in San Jose. With a 6-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 1,892 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Tazadit Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Zouerate (OUZ) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Tazadit Airport (OUZ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.