Airport Comparison
| LZC | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lazaro Cardenas Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LZC | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MMLC | MROC |
| City | Lazaro Cardenas | San Jose |
| Country | Mexico | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.000000, -102.220000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,135 kilometers (1,327 miles / 1,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Lazaro Cardenas, it's 19:05 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,982 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Lazaro Cardenas Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.