Airport Comparison
| RMF | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marsa Alam International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | RMF | SJO |
| ICAO Code | HEMA | MROC |
| City | Marsa Alam | San Jose |
| Country | Egypt | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 251 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.560000, 34.580000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Marsa Alam (RMF) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) in Marsa Alam, Egypt to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 12,306 kilometers (7,647 miles / 6,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Egypt with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:14 in Marsa Alam, it's 13:14 in San Jose. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,770 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Marsa Alam International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Marsa Alam (RMF) follows a heading of 58° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.