Airport Comparison
| GFL | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GFL | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KGFL | MROC |
| City | Glens Falls | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 328 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.340000, -73.610000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Glens Falls (GFL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport (GFL) in Glens Falls, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,848 kilometers (2,391 miles / 2,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, 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 06:54 in Glens Falls, it's 05:54 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,693 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Glens Falls (GFL) follows a heading of 14° (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 Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport (GFL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.