The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Whiteriver Airport (WTR) in Whiteriver, United States is 3,731 kilometers (2,318 miles / 2,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 08:49 in San Jose, it's 07:49 in Whiteriver.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,132 feet between the two airports. Whiteriver 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 Whiteriver (WTR) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 129° (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 Whiteriver Airport (WTR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.