RNI
Corn Island
Nicaragua
272 km
169 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
272 km
169 mi / 147 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Managua
Heading
208°
south southwest

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RNI SJO
Airport Name Corn Island Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code RNI SJO
ICAO Code MNCI MROC
City Corn Island San Jose
Country Nicaragua Costa Rica
Timezone America/Managua America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 1 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 12.160000, -83.060000 9.990000, -84.210000

Corn Island (RNI) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Corn Island (RNI) in Corn Island, Nicaragua to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 272 kilometers (169 miles / 147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Nicaragua with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:28 in Corn Island, it's 13:28 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,020 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Corn Island.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Corn Island (RNI) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Corn Island (RNI) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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