Airport Comparison
| ACA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Juan N Alvarez International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | ACA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MMAA | MROC |
| City | Acapulco | San Jose |
| Country | Mexico | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.760000, -99.750000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Acapulco (ACA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) in Acapulco, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,841 kilometers (1,144 miles / 994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:14 in Acapulco, it's 17:14 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,005 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than General Juan N Alvarez International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Acapulco (ACA) follows a heading of 296° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.