The flight distance from Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,492 kilometers (3,413 miles / 2,965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:12 in Santa Maria, it's 04:12 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,734 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Santa Maria Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santa Maria (RIA) follows a heading of 144° (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 Santa Maria Airport (RIA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.