MGC
Michigan City
United States
3,535 km
2,197 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,535 km
2,197 mi / 1,909 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
175°
south

Airport Comparison

MGC SJO
Airport Name Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MGC SJO
ICAO Code KMGC MROC
City Michigan City San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 655 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 41.700000, -86.820000 9.990000, -84.210000

Michigan City (MGC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) in Michigan City, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,535 kilometers (2,197 miles / 1,909 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 10:16 in Michigan City, it's 10:16 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,366 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Michigan City (MGC) follows a heading of 356° (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 Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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