Airport Comparison
| SJO | SPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Albert Whitted Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SPG |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSPG |
| City | San Jose | St Petersburg |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 27.800000, -82.600000 |
San Jose (SJO) to St Petersburg (SPG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Albert Whitted Airport (SPG) in St Petersburg, United States is 1,988 kilometers (1,235 miles / 1,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 5°.
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 22:09 in San Jose, it's 23:09 in St Petersburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,014 feet between the two airports. Albert Whitted Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from St Petersburg (SPG) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 185° (south). 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 Albert Whitted Airport (SPG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.