Airport Comparison
| MRC | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maury County Regional Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRC | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KMRC | MROC |
| City | Columbia/Mount Pleasant | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 681 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.550000, -87.180000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Columbia/Mount Pleasant (MRC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maury County Regional Airport (MRC) in Columbia/Mount Pleasant, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,858 kilometers (1,776 miles / 1,543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
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 12:45 in Columbia/Mount Pleasant, it's 12:45 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,340 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Maury County Regional Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Columbia/Mount Pleasant (MRC) follows a heading of 354° (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 Maury County Regional Airport (MRC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.