Distance from San José to New York City

The distance between San José, Costa Rica and New York City, United States is 3,563 km (2,214 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 4454 km (2768 miles) by car — around 55 h 40 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 3,563 km / 2,214 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 4454 km / 2768 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 55 h 40 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 4 h 42 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
San José, Costa Rica 9.9331345 -84.0797794
New York City, United States 40.7130466 -74.0072301

Frequently asked questions

How far is New York City from San José?

The straight-line (air) distance from San José, Costa Rica to New York City, United States is 3,563 km (2,214 miles). By road it is roughly 4454 km (2768 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from San José to New York City?

Approximately 55 h 40 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 4454 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

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

A direct flight covers 3,563 km in about 4 h 42 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?

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