Airport Comparison
| LIO | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Limon International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIO | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MRLM | MROC |
| City | Puerto Limon | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 7 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.960000, -83.020000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Puerto Limon (LIO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 130 kilometers (81 miles / 70 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Costa Rica. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Puerto Limon, it's 14:36 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,014 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Limon International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Puerto Limon (LIO) follows a heading of 91° (east). 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.