Airport Comparison
| NCO | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Quonset State Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCO | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KOQU | MROC |
| City | North Kingstown | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.600000, -71.410000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
North Kingstown (NCO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quonset State Airport (NCO) in North Kingstown, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,731 kilometers (2,319 miles / 2,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
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 17:50 in North Kingstown, it's 16:50 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,003 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Quonset State Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to North Kingstown (NCO) follows a heading of 17° (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 Quonset State Airport (NCO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.