Airport Comparison
| SDQ | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Las Americas International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | SDQ | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MDSD | MROC |
| City | Santo Domingo | San Jose |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 59 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.430000, -69.670000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Santo Domingo (SDQ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,825 kilometers (1,134 miles / 985 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 Dominican Republic with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:53 in Santo Domingo, it's 02:53 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,962 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Las Americas International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santo Domingo (SDQ) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.