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Airport Comparison
| JLA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Quartz Creek Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | JLA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KJLA | MROC |
| City | Cooper Landing | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 466 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.480000, -149.720000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Cooper Landing (JLA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quartz Creek Airport (JLA) in Cooper Landing, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 7,715 kilometers (4,794 miles / 4,166 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.
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 07:23 in Cooper Landing, it's 09:23 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,555 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Quartz Creek Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cooper Landing (JLA) follows a heading of 331° (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 Quartz Creek Airport (JLA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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