SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
4,630 km
2,877 miles
XWA
Williston
United States
Distance
4,630 km
2,877 mi / 2,500 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO XWA
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Williston Basin International Airport
IATA Code SJO XWA
ICAO Code MROC KXWA
City San Jose Williston
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 3,021 ft 2,356 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 48.260000, -103.750000

San Jose (SJO) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 4,630 kilometers (2,877 miles / 2,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 07:25 in San Jose, it's 07:25 in Williston.

The return flight from Williston (XWA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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