Airport Comparison
| SJO | SYK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Stykkisholmur Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SYK |
| ICAO Code | MROC | BIST |
| City | San Jose | Stykkisholmur |
| Country | Costa Rica | Iceland |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 42 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 65.060000, -22.790000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Stykkisholmur (SYK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Stykkisholmur Airport (SYK) in Stykkisholmur, Iceland is 7,689 kilometers (4,778 miles / 4,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 Iceland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:50 in San Jose, it's 04:50 in Stykkisholmur. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,979 feet between the two airports. Stykkisholmur Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Stykkisholmur (SYK) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). 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 Stykkisholmur Airport (SYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.