Airport Comparison
| LGF | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Laguna Army Air Field (Yuma Proving Ground) Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LGF | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KLGF | MROC |
| City | Yuma Proving Ground (Yuma) | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 433 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.900000, -114.400000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Yuma Proving Ground (Yuma) (LGF) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Laguna Army Air Field (Yuma Proving Ground) Airport (LGF) in Yuma Proving Ground (Yuma), United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,004 kilometers (2,488 miles / 2,162 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 06:55 in Yuma Proving Ground (Yuma), it's 07:55 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,588 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Laguna Army Air Field (Yuma Proving Ground) Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Yuma Proving Ground (Yuma) (LGF) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Laguna Army Air Field (Yuma Proving Ground) Airport (LGF) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.