The flight distance from Nieuw Nickerie Airport (ICK) in Nieuw Nickerie, Suriname to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,024 kilometers (1,879 miles / 1,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Suriname with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:00 in Nieuw Nickerie, it's 07:00 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,012 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Nieuw Nickerie Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Nieuw Nickerie (ICK) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nieuw Nickerie Airport (ICK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.