DGL
Douglas
United States
3,526 km
2,191 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,526 km
2,191 mi / 1,904 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Phoenix
Heading
127°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DGL SJO
Airport Name Douglas Municipal Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code DGL SJO
ICAO Code KDGL MROC
City Douglas San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 4,173 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 31.340000, -109.510000 9.990000, -84.210000

Douglas (DGL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) in Douglas, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,526 kilometers (2,191 miles / 1,904 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:02 in Douglas, it's 22:02 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,152 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Douglas Municipal Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Douglas (DGL) follows a heading of 316° (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 Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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