Airport Comparison
| SJO | SPF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field |
| IATA Code | SJO | SPF |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSPF |
| City | San Jose | Spearfish |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 3,933 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 44.480000, -103.790000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Spearfish (SPF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) in Spearfish, United States is 4,271 kilometers (2,654 miles / 2,306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 19:20 in San Jose, it's 18:20 in Spearfish.
The return flight from Spearfish (SPF) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 148° (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 Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.