The flight distance from Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) in Phitsanulok Airport, Thailand to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 16,998 kilometers (10,562 miles / 9,178 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

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 Thailand 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 22:02 in Phitsanulok Airport, it's 09:02 in San Jose. With a 13-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 2,867 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Phitsanulok Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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