Airport Comparison
| SJO | SUW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Richard I Bong Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SUW |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSUW |
| City | San Jose | Superior |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 674 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 46.690000, -92.090000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Superior (SUW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Richard I Bong Airport (SUW) in Superior, United States is 4,148 kilometers (2,578 miles / 2,240 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 06:36 in San Jose, it's 06:36 in Superior.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,347 feet between the two airports. Richard I Bong Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Superior (SUW) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 167° (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 Richard I Bong Airport (SUW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.