SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,765 km
2,339 miles
SOW
Show Low
United States
Distance
3,765 km
2,339 mi / 2,033 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO SOW
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Show Low Regional Airport
IATA Code SJO SOW
ICAO Code MROC KSOW
City San Jose Show Low
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Phoenix
Elevation 3,021 ft 6,416 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 34.270000, -110.010000

San Jose (SJO) to Show Low (SOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 3,765 kilometers (2,339 miles / 2,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 08:32 in San Jose, it's 07:32 in Show Low.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,395 feet between the two airports. Show Low Regional Airport sits higher than Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Show Low (SOW) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). 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 Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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