Airport Comparison
| FBK | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ladd Army Air Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBK | SJO |
| ICAO Code | PAFB | MROC |
| City | Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 449 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.840000, -147.610000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright (FBK) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ladd Army Air Field (FBK) in Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 7,767 kilometers (4,826 miles / 4,194 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.
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 13:05 in Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright, it's 16:05 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 2,572 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Ladd Army Air Field.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright (FBK) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Ladd Army Air Field (FBK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.