LIC
Limon
United States
3,785 km
2,352 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,785 km
2,352 mi / 2,044 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
144°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LIC SJO
Airport Name Limon Municipal Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code LIC SJO
ICAO Code KLIC MROC
City Limon San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Denver America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 5,374 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 39.270000, -103.670000 9.990000, -84.210000

Limon (LIC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Limon Municipal Airport (LIC) in Limon, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,785 kilometers (2,352 miles / 2,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 16:18 in Limon, it's 17:18 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,353 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Limon Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Limon (LIC) follows a heading of 333° (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 Limon Municipal Airport (LIC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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