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Airport Comparison
| NUQ | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Moffett Federal Airfield | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | NUQ | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KNUQ | MROC |
| City | Mountain View | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 37 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.420000, -122.050000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Mountain View (NUQ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) in Mountain View, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,858 kilometers (3,019 miles / 2,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 08:35 in Mountain View, it's 09:35 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,984 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Moffett Federal Airfield.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mountain View (NUQ) follows a heading of 315° (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 Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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