Airport Comparison
| RKS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | MROC |
| City | Rock Springs | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,272 kilometers (2,655 miles / 2,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.
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 13:30 in Rock Springs, it's 14:30 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,744 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 330° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.