Airport Comparison
| NUW | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | NUW | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KNUW | MROC |
| City | Oak Harbor | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 47 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.350000, -122.660000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Oak Harbor (NUW) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport (NUW) in Oak Harbor, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,565 kilometers (3,458 miles / 3,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 17:09 in Oak Harbor, it's 19:09 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,974 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Oak Harbor (NUW) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport (NUW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.