MPS
Mount Pleasant
United States
2,795 km
1,737 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
2,795 km
1,737 mi / 1,509 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
154°
south southeast

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MPS SJO
Airport Name Mount Pleasant Regional Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MPS SJO
ICAO Code KOSA MROC
City Mount Pleasant San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 364 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 33.100000, -94.960000 9.990000, -84.210000

Mount Pleasant (MPS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (MPS) in Mount Pleasant, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,795 kilometers (1,737 miles / 1,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 19:36 in Mount Pleasant, it's 19:36 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,657 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Mount Pleasant Regional Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mount Pleasant (MPS) follows a heading of 338° (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 Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (MPS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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