Airport Comparison
| PLD | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Playa Samara Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PLD | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MRSR | MROC |
| City | Playa Samara | San Jose |
| Country | Costa Rica | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.250000, -85.420000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Playa Samara (PLD) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Playa Samara Airport (PLD) in Playa Samara, Costa Rica to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 136 kilometers (84 miles / 73 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.
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 15:12 in Playa Samara, it's 15:12 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Playa Samara Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Playa Samara (PLD) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Playa Samara Airport (PLD) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.