The flight distance from Smith Point Airport (SHU) in Smith Point Airport, Australia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 16,041 kilometers (9,967 miles / 8,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:59 in Smith Point Airport, it's 08:29 in San Jose. With a 15.5-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 3,021 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Smith Point Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Smith Point Airport (SHU) follows a heading of 265° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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