Airport Comparison
| SJO | SQA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field |
| IATA Code | SJO | SQA |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KIZA |
| City | San Jose | Santa Ynez |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 674 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 34.600000, -120.100000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Santa Ynez (SQA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field (SQA) in Santa Ynez, United States is 4,554 kilometers (2,830 miles / 2,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 04:47 in San Jose, it's 02:47 in Santa Ynez.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,347 feet between the two airports. Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Santa Ynez (SQA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 118° (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 Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field (SQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.