DRG
Deering
United States
8,478 km
5,268 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
8,478 km
5,268 mi / 4,578 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
96°
east

Airport Comparison

DRG SJO
Airport Name Deering Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code DRG SJO
ICAO Code PADE MROC
City Deering San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 30 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 66.070000, -162.770000 9.990000, -84.210000

Deering (DRG) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Deering Airport (DRG) in Deering, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 8,478 kilometers (5,268 miles / 4,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:28 in Deering, it's 04:28 in San Jose. 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 2,991 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Deering Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Deering (DRG) follows a heading of 336° (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 Deering Airport (DRG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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