RCU
Rio Cuarto
Argentina
5,236 km
3,253 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
5,236 km
3,253 mi / 2,827 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RCU SJO
Airport Name Area De Material Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code RCU SJO
ICAO Code SAOC MROC
City Rio Cuarto San Jose
Country Argentina Costa Rica
Timezone America/Argentina/Cordoba America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 1,380 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates -33.090000, -64.260000 9.990000, -84.210000

Rio Cuarto (RCU) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,236 kilometers (3,253 miles / 2,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 Argentina with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:18 in Rio Cuarto, it's 01:18 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,641 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Area De Material Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) follows a heading of 157° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Area De Material Airport (RCU) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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