Airport Comparison
| FRI | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marshall Army Air Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRI | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFRI | MROC |
| City | Fort Riley (Junction City) | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.100000, -96.800000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,470 kilometers (2,156 miles / 1,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.
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 11:10 in Fort Riley (Junction City), it's 11:10 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,955 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Marshall Army Air Field.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) follows a heading of 341° (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 Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.