The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Valle Airport (VLE) in Grand Canyon, United States is 4,013 kilometers (2,494 miles / 2,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 00:01 in San Jose, it's 23:01 in Grand Canyon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,978 feet between the two airports. Valle 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 Grand Canyon (VLE) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 128° (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 Valle Airport (VLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.