Airport Comparison
| LIO | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Limon International Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIO | SAN |
| ICAO Code | MRLM | KSAN |
| City | Puerto Limon | San Diego |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 7 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.960000, -83.020000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Puerto Limon (LIO) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 4,317 kilometers (2,683 miles / 2,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:36 in Puerto Limon, it's 09:36 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Puerto Limon (LIO) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). 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 International Airport (LIO) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.