Airport Comparison
| SJO | SOP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Moore County Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SOP |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSOP |
| City | San Jose | Pinehurst/Southern Pines |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 459 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 35.240000, -79.390000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Pinehurst/Southern Pines (SOP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Moore County Airport (SOP) in Pinehurst/Southern Pines, United States is 2,850 kilometers (1,771 miles / 1,539 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 9°.
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 18:00 in San Jose, it's 19:00 in Pinehurst/Southern Pines.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,562 feet between the two airports. Moore County Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Pinehurst/Southern Pines (SOP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 191° (south). 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 Moore County Airport (SOP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.