Airport Comparison
| LCQ | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lake City Gateway Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LCQ | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KLCQ | MROC |
| City | Lake City | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 201 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.180000, -82.580000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Lake City (LCQ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ) in Lake City, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,251 kilometers (1,399 miles / 1,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 185°.
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 05:33 in Lake City, it's 04:33 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,820 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Lake City Gateway Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Lake City (LCQ) follows a heading of 4° (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 Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.