Airport Comparison
| SJO | VYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field |
| IATA Code | SJO | VYS |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KVYS |
| City | San Jose | Peru |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 654 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 41.350000, -89.150000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Peru (VYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS) in Peru, United States is 3,521 kilometers (2,188 miles / 1,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
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 07:18 in San Jose, it's 07:18 in Peru.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,367 feet between the two airports. Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Peru (VYS) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 171° (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 Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.