Airport Comparison
| PRC | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prescott Regional - Ernest A Love Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PRC | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KPRC | MROC |
| City | Prescott | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 5,045 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.650000, -112.420000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Prescott (PRC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prescott Regional - Ernest A Love Field (PRC) in Prescott, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,964 kilometers (2,463 miles / 2,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 07:17 in Prescott, it's 08:17 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,024 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Prescott Regional - Ernest A Love Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Prescott (PRC) follows a heading of 318° (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 Prescott Regional - Ernest A Love Field (PRC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.