Airport Comparison
| GPO | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Pico Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GPO | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SAZG | MROC |
| City | General Pico | San Jose |
| Country | Argentina | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 459 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -35.700000, -63.760000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
General Pico (GPO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Pico Airport (GPO) in General Pico, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,515 kilometers (3,427 miles / 2,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
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 23:55 in General Pico, it's 20:55 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 2,562 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than General Pico Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to General Pico (GPO) follows a heading of 158° (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 General Pico Airport (GPO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.