SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
8,633 km
5,365 miles
TLA
Teller
United States
Distance
8,633 km
5,365 mi / 4,662 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO TLA
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Teller Airport
IATA Code SJO TLA
ICAO Code MROC PATE
City San Jose Teller
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Anchorage
Elevation 3,021 ft 299 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 65.240000, -166.340000

San Jose (SJO) to Teller (TLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Teller Airport (TLA) in Teller, United States is 8,633 kilometers (5,365 miles / 4,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 08:53 in San Jose, it's 05:53 in Teller. 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 2,723 feet between the two airports. Teller Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Teller (TLA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Teller Airport (TLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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