The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana, United States is 4,325 kilometers (2,687 miles / 2,335 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 09:21 in San Jose, it's 07:21 in Santa Ana.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,965 feet between the two airports. John Wayne/Orange County Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 120° (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 John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.