SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
7,741 km
4,810 miles
WWA
Wasilla
United States
Distance
7,741 km
4,810 mi / 4,180 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO WWA
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Wasilla Airport
IATA Code SJO WWA
ICAO Code MROC PAWS
City San Jose Wasilla
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Anchorage
Elevation 3,021 ft 354 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 61.570000, -149.540000

San Jose (SJO) to Wasilla (WWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Wasilla Airport (WWA) in Wasilla, United States is 7,741 kilometers (4,810 miles / 4,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 13:10 in San Jose, it's 10:10 in Wasilla. 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 2,667 feet between the two airports. Wasilla Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Wasilla (WWA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 107° (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 Wasilla Airport (WWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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