SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,944 km
2,451 miles
SLK
Saranac Lake
United States
Distance
3,944 km
2,451 mi / 2,130 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
12°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

SJO SLK
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Adirondack Regional Airport
IATA Code SJO SLK
ICAO Code MROC KSLK
City San Jose Saranac Lake
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/New_York
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,663 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 44.390000, -74.210000

San Jose (SJO) to Saranac Lake (SLK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) in Saranac Lake, United States is 3,944 kilometers (2,451 miles / 2,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:22 in San Jose, it's 11:22 in Saranac Lake.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,358 feet between the two airports. Adirondack Regional Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Saranac Lake (SLK) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 197° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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