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Airport Comparison
| SJO | SYI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SYI |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSYI |
| City | San Jose | Shelbyville |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 800 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 35.600000, -86.400000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Shelbyville (SYI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport (SYI) in Shelbyville, United States is 2,856 kilometers (1,775 miles / 1,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 13:08 in San Jose, it's 14:08 in Shelbyville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,221 feet between the two airports. Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Shelbyville (SYI) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 175° (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 Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport (SYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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