Airport Comparison
| CGS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | College Park Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CGS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KCGS | MROC |
| City | College Park | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 49 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.000000, -76.900000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
College Park (CGS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from College Park Airport (CGS) in College Park, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,307 kilometers (2,055 miles / 1,785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:41 in College Park, it's 09:41 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,972 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than College Park Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to College Park (CGS) follows a heading of 11° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the College Park Airport (CGS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.