Airport Comparison
| MCL | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mc Kinley Ntl Park Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCL | SJO |
| ICAO Code | PAIN | MROC |
| City | Mckinley Park | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,720 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 63.730000, -148.910000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Mckinley Park (MCL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mc Kinley Ntl Park Airport (MCL) in Mckinley Park, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 7,785 kilometers (4,837 miles / 4,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.
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 08:34 in Mckinley Park, it's 11:34 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 1,301 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Mc Kinley Ntl Park Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mckinley Park (MCL) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Mc Kinley Ntl Park Airport (MCL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.