Airport Comparison
| FFA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | First Flight Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FFA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFFA | MROC |
| City | Kill Devil Hills | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 12 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.020000, -75.670000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Kill Devil Hills (FFA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from First Flight Airport (FFA) in Kill Devil Hills, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,020 kilometers (1,877 miles / 1,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
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 07:31 in Kill Devil Hills, it's 06:31 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,009 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than First Flight Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Kill Devil Hills (FFA) follows a heading of 15° (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 First Flight Airport (FFA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.