Airport Comparison
| GOL | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gold Beach Municipal Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GOL | SJO |
| ICAO Code | K4S1 | MROC |
| City | Gold Beach | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 21 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.420000, -124.420000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Gold Beach (GOL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gold Beach Municipal Airport (GOL) in Gold Beach, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,311 kilometers (3,300 miles / 2,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
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 02:24 in Gold Beach, it's 04:24 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,001 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Gold Beach Municipal Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Gold Beach (GOL) follows a heading of 320° (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 Gold Beach Municipal Airport (GOL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.