Airport Comparison
| GON | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Groton-New London Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GON | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KGON | MROC |
| City | Groton (New London) | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 9 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.330000, -72.050000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Groton (New London) (GON) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Groton-New London Airport (GON) in Groton (New London), United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,683 kilometers (2,289 miles / 1,989 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.
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 10:39 in Groton (New London), it's 09:39 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,012 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Groton-New London Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Groton (New London) (GON) follows a heading of 17° (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 Groton-New London Airport (GON) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.