Airport Comparison
| FFM | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fergus Falls Municipal/Einar Mickelson Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FFM | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFFM | MROC |
| City | Fergus Falls | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,183 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.280000, -96.160000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fergus Falls (FFM) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fergus Falls Municipal/Einar Mickelson Field (FFM) in Fergus Falls, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,191 kilometers (2,604 miles / 2,263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 08:08 in Fergus Falls, it's 08:08 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,838 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Fergus Falls Municipal/Einar Mickelson Field.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fergus Falls (FFM) follows a heading of 346° (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 Fergus Falls Municipal/Einar Mickelson Field (FFM) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.