Airport Comparison
| SAF | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Fe Regional Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | SAF | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KSAF | MROC |
| City | Santa Fe | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 6,349 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.600000, -106.100000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Santa Fe (SAF) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,606 kilometers (2,241 miles / 1,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.
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 14:19 in Santa Fe, it's 15:19 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,328 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Santa Fe Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santa Fe (SAF) follows a heading of 326° (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 Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.