Airport Comparison
| PGS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Canyon Caverns Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PGS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KL37 | MROC |
| City | Peach Springs | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 5,397 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.530000, -113.250000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Peach Springs (PGS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Canyon Caverns Airport (PGS) in Peach Springs, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,084 kilometers (2,537 miles / 2,205 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 12:41 in Peach Springs, it's 13:41 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,376 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon Caverns Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Peach Springs (PGS) follows a heading of 319° (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 Grand Canyon Caverns Airport (PGS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.