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Airport Comparison
| KIN | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Norman Manley International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | KIN | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MKJP | MROC |
| City | Kingston | San Jose |
| Country | Jamaica | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.940000, -76.790000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Kingston (KIN) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) in Kingston, Jamaica to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,192 kilometers (741 miles / 644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Jamaica with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:07 in Kingston, it's 18:07 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Norman Manley International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Kingston (KIN) follows a heading of 41° (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 Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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