The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 14,162 kilometers (8,800 miles / 7,647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 19:14 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 09:14 in San Jose. With a 10-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 2,919 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 47° (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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.