SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
4,894 km
3,041 miles
SMF
Sacramento
United States
Distance
4,894 km
3,041 mi / 2,642 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
317°
northwest

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Airport Comparison

SJO SMF
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Sacramento International Airport
IATA Code SJO SMF
ICAO Code MROC KSMF
City San Jose Sacramento
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,021 ft 27 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 38.700000, -121.590000

San Jose (SJO) to Sacramento (SMF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in Sacramento, United States is 4,894 kilometers (3,041 miles / 2,642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:43 in San Jose, it's 01:43 in Sacramento.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,994 feet between the two airports. Sacramento International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Sacramento (SMF) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Sacramento International Airport (SMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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