Airport Comparison
| SJO | SUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Friedman Memorial Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SUN |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSUN |
| City | San Jose | Hailey |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 5,320 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 43.500000, -114.300000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Hailey (SUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) in Hailey, United States is 4,724 kilometers (2,935 miles / 2,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 16:43 in San Jose, it's 15:43 in Hailey.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,299 feet between the two airports. Friedman Memorial Airport sits higher than Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Hailey (SUN) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 133° (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 Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.