Airport Comparison
| COF | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Patrick Space Force Base Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | COF | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KCOF | MROC |
| City | Cocoa Beach | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 8 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.200000, -80.600000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Cocoa Beach (COF) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Patrick Space Force Base Airport (COF) in Cocoa Beach, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,060 kilometers (1,280 miles / 1,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 191°.
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 07:59 in Cocoa Beach, it's 06:59 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,013 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Patrick Space Force Base Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cocoa Beach (COF) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Patrick Space Force Base Airport (COF) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.