SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
8,708 km
5,411 miles
TNC
Tin City
United States
Distance
8,708 km
5,411 mi / 4,702 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO TNC
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Tin City Lrrs Airport
IATA Code SJO TNC
ICAO Code MROC PATC
City San Jose Tin City
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Nome
Elevation 3,021 ft 273 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 65.560000, -167.920000

San Jose (SJO) to Tin City (TNC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Tin City Lrrs Airport (TNC) in Tin City, United States is 8,708 kilometers (5,411 miles / 4,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 12:52 in San Jose, it's 09:52 in Tin City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,748 feet between the two airports. Tin City Lrrs Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Tin City (TNC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 92° (east). 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 Tin City Lrrs Airport (TNC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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