Airport Comparison
| SJO | SUU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Travis Afb Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | SUU |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KSUU |
| City | San Jose | Fairfield |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 63 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 38.260000, -121.920000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Fairfield (SUU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Travis Afb Airport (SUU) in Fairfield, United States is 4,894 kilometers (3,041 miles / 2,642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 08:53 in San Jose, it's 06:53 in Fairfield.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,958 feet between the two airports. Travis Afb Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Fairfield (SUU) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Travis Afb Airport (SUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.