SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
7,723 km
4,799 miles
UPP
Hawi
United States
Distance
7,723 km
4,799 mi / 4,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
288°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO UPP
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Upolu Airport
IATA Code SJO UPP
ICAO Code MROC PHUP
City San Jose Hawi
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica Pacific/Honolulu
Elevation 3,021 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 20.270000, -155.860000

San Jose (SJO) to Hawi (UPP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Upolu Airport (UPP) in Hawi, United States is 7,723 kilometers (4,799 miles / 4,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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 13:05 in San Jose, it's 09:05 in Hawi. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,925 feet between the two airports. Upolu Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Hawi (UPP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 87° (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 Upolu Airport (UPP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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