AAJ
Awaradam
Suriname
3,230 km
2,007 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,230 km
2,007 mi / 1,744 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Paramaribo
Heading
284°
west northwest

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AAJ SJO
Airport Name Cayana Airstrip Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code AAJ SJO
ICAO Code SMCA MROC
City Awaradam San Jose
Country Suriname Costa Rica
Timezone America/Paramaribo America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 360 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 3.900000, -55.580000 9.990000, -84.210000

Awaradam (AAJ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cayana Airstrip (AAJ) in Awaradam, Suriname to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,230 kilometers (2,007 miles / 1,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Suriname with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:50 in Awaradam, it's 20:50 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,661 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Cayana Airstrip.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Awaradam (AAJ) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cayana Airstrip (AAJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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