Ocean Freight Route

San JoseIstanbul

SJO
TRIST
Distance
6,016 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Select Your Cargo Type

See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Costa Rica and Turkey.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

SJ
Origin Port

San Jose

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Modern international passenger and cargo terminal facilities at Juan Santamaría International Airport
  • Dedicated air cargo handling zones with temperature-controlled storage for perishables
  • Good road connectivity linking the airport to primary export corridors toward Limón and Caldera
  • Access to distribution centers serving exports moving via Caribbean ports

Key Exports

Medical devices and precision instrumentsFresh and processed agricultural products (bananas, pineapples, coffee)Electronics and electrical componentsPharmaceuticals and life-science productsBusiness and IT-enabled services (via air travel and data-driven trade)

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Costa Rican customs regulations and submit complete electronic export declarations before cargo acceptance.

TR
Destination Port

Istanbul

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Well-developed intermodal connections linking seaport and airport via highway and rail corridors
  • Specialized Ro-Ro and general cargo facilities for regional short-sea services

Key Imports

Crude oil and refined petroleum productsChemicals and petrochemicalsConsumer electronics and household appliancesIndustrial raw materials and componentsGrains and foodstuffs

Import Regulations

Incoming shipments must meet Turkish customs rules, including advance cargo information, proper valuation, and fully aligned HS coding.

San Jose to Istanbul Ocean Freight | DNA Supply Chain