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Airport Comparison
| SJO | TCM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TCM |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KTCM |
| City | San Jose | Tacoma |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 322 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 47.140000, -122.480000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tacoma (TCM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) in Tacoma, United States is 5,474 kilometers (3,401 miles / 2,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 20:18 in San Jose, it's 19:18 in Tacoma.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,699 feet between the two airports. Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tacoma (TCM) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 126° (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 Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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