Airport Comparison
| CMX | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Houghton County Memorial Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMX | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KCMX | MROC |
| City | Hancock | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,095 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.170000, -88.490000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Hancock (CMX) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) in Hancock, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,154 kilometers (2,581 miles / 2,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:32 in Hancock, it's 04:32 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,926 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Houghton County Memorial Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Hancock (CMX) follows a heading of 355° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.