MCG
Mc Grath
United States
8,084 km
5,023 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
8,084 km
5,023 mi / 4,365 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
102°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MCG SJO
Airport Name Mc Grath Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MCG SJO
ICAO Code PAMC MROC
City Mc Grath San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 343 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 62.950000, -155.610000 9.990000, -84.210000

Mc Grath (MCG) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mc Grath Airport (MCG) in Mc Grath, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 8,084 kilometers (5,023 miles / 4,365 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:22 in Mc Grath, it's 14:22 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,678 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Mc Grath Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mc Grath (MCG) 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 Mc Grath Airport (MCG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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