Airport Comparison
| DCA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | MROC |
| City | Washington | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Washington (DCA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,287 kilometers (2,043 miles / 1,775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
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 05:26 in Washington, it's 04:26 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,007 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Washington (DCA) 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 Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.