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Airport Comparison
| NCT | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guanacaste Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCT | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MRNC | MROC |
| City | Nicoya/Guanacate | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 365 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.140000, -85.450000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 137 kilometers (85 miles / 74 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east at a heading of 97°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Costa Rica. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 04:52 in Nicoya/Guanacate, it's 04:52 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,656 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Guanacaste Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) follows a heading of 277° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guanacaste Airport (NCT) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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