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

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

2,214 miles

Departure
05:11
Arrival
11:39
From

SJOSan José

Juan Santamaria International Airport

Departure 05:11 · America/Costa_Rica

To

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Arrival 11:39 · America/New_York

Route Details

The flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San José to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York 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/Costa_Rica
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York

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 New York?

A direct flight from San José to New York 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 San José to New York?

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

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

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 New York to San José.