The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States is 4,598 kilometers (2,857 miles / 2,483 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:54 in San Jose, it's 08:54 in Santa Maria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,760 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Maria (SMX) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.