Airport Comparison
| LDX | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LDX | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SOOM | MROC |
| City | Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni | San Jose |
| Country | GF | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Cayenne | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.480000, -54.030000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni (LDX) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX) in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, GF to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,361 kilometers (2,089 miles / 1,815 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 GF 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 18:08 in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, it's 15:08 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 3,005 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni (LDX) 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 Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.