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United States → Costa Rica

How long is the flight from New York to San José?

JFKNew York
SJOSan José
Flight Time
4 h 28 min
Distance
3,563km

2,214 miles

Departure
08:42
Arrival
11:10
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 08:42 · America/New_York

To

SJOSan José

Juan Santamaria International Airport

Arrival 11:10 · America/Costa_Rica

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San José covers a distance of approximately 3,563 kilometers (2,214 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 4 h 28 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to San José?

A direct flight from New York to San José takes around 4 h 28 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to San José?

The distance from New York to San José is about 3,563 kilometers (2,214 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to San José?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 4 h 28 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from San José to New York.