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Airport Comparison
| MCR | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melchor de Mencos Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCR | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MGMM | MROC |
| City | Melchor de Mencos | San Jose |
| Country | Guatemala | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 4,670 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.070000, -89.150000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 951 kilometers (591 miles / 514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Guatemala with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:17 in Melchor de Mencos, it's 21:17 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,649 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Melchor de Mencos Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Melchor de Mencos (MCR) follows a heading of 326° (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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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