Airport Comparison
| ROY | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rio Mayo Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | ROY | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SAWM | MROC |
| City | Rio Mayo | San Jose |
| Country | Argentina | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,784 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -45.700000, -70.250000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Rio Mayo (ROY) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) in Rio Mayo, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 6,348 kilometers (3,944 miles / 3,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.
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 23:22 in Rio Mayo, it's 20:22 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 1,237 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Rio Mayo Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Rio Mayo (ROY) follows a heading of 168° (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 Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.