FDO
San Fernando
Argentina
5,631 km
3,499 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
5,631 km
3,499 mi / 3,041 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

FDO SJO
Airport Name San Fernando Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code FDO SJO
ICAO Code SADF MROC
City San Fernando San Jose
Country Argentina Costa Rica
Timezone America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 10 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates -34.450000, -58.590000 9.990000, -84.210000

San Fernando (FDO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Fernando Airport (FDO) in San Fernando, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,631 kilometers (3,499 miles / 3,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Argentina 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 08:27 in San Fernando, it's 05:27 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 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than San Fernando Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to San Fernando (FDO) follows a heading of 153° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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