Airport Comparison
| SJO | TUC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TUC |
| ICAO Code | MROC | SANT |
| City | San Jose | San Miguel de Tucuman |
| Country | Costa Rica | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Argentina/Tucuman |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,493 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | -26.840000, -65.100000 |
San Jose (SJO) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 4,585 kilometers (2,849 miles / 2,476 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:25 in San Jose, it's 22:25 in San Miguel de Tucuman. 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 1,528 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 331° (north northwest). 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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.