IML
Imperial
United States
3,802 km
2,363 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,802 km
2,363 mi / 2,053 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Denver
Heading
148°
south southeast

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Airport Comparison

IML SJO
Airport Name Imperial Municipal Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code IML SJO
ICAO Code KIML MROC
City Imperial San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Denver America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 3,276 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 40.510000, -101.620000 9.990000, -84.210000

Imperial (IML) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) in Imperial, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,802 kilometers (2,363 miles / 2,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

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 20:52 in Imperial, it's 20:52 in San Jose.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Imperial (IML) 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 Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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