Airport Comparison
| SJO | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SSI |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSSI |
| City | San Jose | St Simons Island |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
San Jose (SJO) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 2,371 kilometers (1,473 miles / 1,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
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 15:14 in San Jose, it's 16:14 in St Simons Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,002 feet between the two airports. St Simons Island Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from St Simons Island (SSI) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 188° (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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.