Airport Comparison
| JAX | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jacksonville International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | JAX | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KJAX | MROC |
| City | Jacksonville | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.490000, -81.690000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Jacksonville (JAX) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) in Jacksonville, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,294 kilometers (1,426 miles / 1,239 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 187°.
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 05:32 in Jacksonville, it's 04:32 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,991 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Jacksonville International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Jacksonville (JAX) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.