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Airport Comparison
| SJO | SQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | San Carlos Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SQL |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSQL |
| City | San Jose | San Carlos |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 6 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 37.510000, -122.250000 |
San Jose (SJO) to San Carlos (SQL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to San Carlos Airport (SQL) in San Carlos, United States is 4,878 kilometers (3,031 miles / 2,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
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 10:13 in San Jose, it's 09:13 in San Carlos.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,016 feet between the two airports. San Carlos Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from San Carlos (SQL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 119° (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 San Carlos Airport (SQL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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