Airport Comparison
| MRK | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marco Island Executive Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRK | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KMKY | MROC |
| City | Marco Island | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.000000, -81.700000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Marco Island (MRK) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marco Island Executive Airport (MRK) in Marco Island, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,800 kilometers (1,118 miles / 972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 189°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:33 in Marco Island, it's 01:33 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,016 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Marco Island Executive Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Marco Island (MRK) follows a heading of 8° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Marco Island Executive Airport (MRK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.