MSV
Monticello
United States
3,644 km
2,264 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,644 km
2,264 mi / 1,968 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
197°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

MSV SJO
Airport Name Sullivan County International Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MSV SJO
ICAO Code KMSV MROC
City Monticello San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 1,403 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 41.700000, -74.800000 9.990000, -84.210000

Monticello (MSV) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sullivan County International Airport (MSV) in Monticello, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,644 kilometers (2,264 miles / 1,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.

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 23:23 in Monticello, it's 22:23 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,618 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sullivan County International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Monticello (MSV) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sullivan County International Airport (MSV) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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