OMA
Omaha
United States
3,665 km
2,277 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
3,665 km
2,277 mi / 1,979 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
159°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

OMA SJO
Airport Name Eppley Airfield Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code OMA SJO
ICAO Code KOMA MROC
City Omaha San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 985 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, -95.890000 9.990000, -84.210000

Omaha (OMA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Omaha, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,665 kilometers (2,277 miles / 1,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 06:04 in Omaha, it's 06:04 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,037 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Eppley Airfield.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Omaha (OMA) follows a heading of 344° (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 Eppley Airfield (OMA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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