The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 4,787 kilometers (2,975 miles / 2,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 04:17 in San Jose, it's 02:17 in South Lake Tahoe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,247 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 122° (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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.