London (LHR) to San Jose (SJO)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,411 | 8,658 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,411 | 8,658 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,411 | 8,117 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,411 | 8,117 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,411 | 10,822 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,411 | 8,117 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between London and San Jose earns you 10,822 base miles - that's 43% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The LHR to SJO route connects London, United Kingdom with San Jose, Costa Rica. This long-haul flight covers 5,411 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United Kingdom to Costa Rica. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 271° from London. There is a 6 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About LHR
London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest airport in Europe and the UK's main international gateway.
🛬 About SJO
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) serves San Jose, Costa Rica.