Airport Comparison
| PWA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wiley Post Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PWA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KPWA | MROC |
| City | Oklahoma City | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,300 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.530000, -97.650000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Oklahoma City (PWA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wiley Post Airport (PWA) in Oklahoma City, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,149 kilometers (1,957 miles / 1,700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.
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 00:33 in Oklahoma City, it's 00:33 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,721 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Wiley Post Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Oklahoma City (PWA) follows a heading of 336° (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 Wiley Post Airport (PWA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.