Airport Comparison
| MKA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marianske Lazne Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MKA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | LKMR | MROC |
| City | Marianske Lazne | San Jose |
| Country | Czech Republic | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Europe/Prague | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,772 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 49.920000, 12.720000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Marianske Lazne (MKA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marianske Lazne Airport (MKA) in Marianske Lazne, Czech Republic to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 9,649 kilometers (5,996 miles / 5,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Czech Republic with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:11 in Marianske Lazne, it's 03:11 in San Jose. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,249 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Marianske Lazne Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Marianske Lazne (MKA) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Marianske Lazne Airport (MKA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.