Airport Comparison
| LFN | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Triangle North Executive Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LFN | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KLHZ | MROC |
| City | Louisburg | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 368 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.000000, -78.300000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Louisburg (LFN) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Triangle North Executive Airport (LFN) in Louisburg, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,953 kilometers (1,835 miles / 1,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.
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 12:58 in Louisburg, it's 11:58 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,653 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Triangle North Executive Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Louisburg (LFN) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Triangle North Executive Airport (LFN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.