Airport Comparison
| SJO | SNC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | General Ulpiano Paez Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SNC |
| ICAO Code | MROC | SESA |
| City | San Jose | Salinas |
| Country | Costa Rica | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | -2.200000, -80.990000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Salinas (SNC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) in Salinas, Ecuador is 1,402 kilometers (871 miles / 757 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:26 in San Jose, it's 09:26 in Salinas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,003 feet between the two airports. General Ulpiano Paez Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Salinas (SNC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 345° (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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.