MPY
Maripasoula
GF
3,402 km
2,114 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,402 km
2,114 mi / 1,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Cayenne
Heading
283°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MPY SJO
Airport Name Maripasoula Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MPY SJO
ICAO Code SOOA MROC
City Maripasoula San Jose
Country GF Costa Rica
Timezone America/Cayenne America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 406 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 3.660000, -54.040000 9.990000, -84.210000

Maripasoula (MPY) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Maripasoula Airport (MPY) in Maripasoula, GF to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,402 kilometers (2,114 miles / 1,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 GF with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:41 in Maripasoula, it's 18:41 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 2,615 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Maripasoula Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Maripasoula (MPY) follows a heading of 100° (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 Maripasoula Airport (MPY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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