SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,470 km
2,156 miles
SLN
Salina
United States
Distance
3,470 km
2,156 mi / 1,874 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO SLN
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Salina Regional Airport
IATA Code SJO SLN
ICAO Code MROC KSLN
City San Jose Salina
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,288 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 38.790000, -97.650000

San Jose (SJO) to Salina (SLN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Salina Regional Airport (SLN) in Salina, United States is 3,470 kilometers (2,156 miles / 1,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:01 in San Jose, it's 06:01 in Salina.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,733 feet between the two airports. Salina Regional Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Salina (SLN) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 154° (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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Salina Regional Airport (SLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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