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Costa Rica → United Kingdom

How long is the flight from San José to London?

SJOSan José
LHRLondon
Flight Time
10 h 11 min
Distance
8,718km

5,417 miles

Departure
04:17
Arrival
21:28
From

SJOSan José

Juan Santamaria International Airport

Departure 04:17 · America/Costa_Rica

To

LHRLondon

London Heathrow Airport

Arrival 21:28 · Europe/London

Route Details

The flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San José to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London covers a distance of approximately 8,718 kilometers (5,417 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 10 h 11 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica
Arrival Time Zone
Europe/London

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from San José to London?

A direct flight from San José to London takes around 10 h 11 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from San José to London?

The distance from San José to London is about 8,718 kilometers (5,417 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from San José to London?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 10 h 11 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 London to San José.