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Airport Comparison
| JFK | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | MROC |
| City | New York | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,559 kilometers (2,212 miles / 1,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.
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 11:36 in New York, it's 09:36 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,008 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 15° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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