SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
8,543 km
5,309 miles
SXP
Nunam Iqua
United States
Distance
8,543 km
5,309 mi / 4,613 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO SXP
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Nunam Iqua Airport
IATA Code SJO SXP
ICAO Code MROC KSXP
City San Jose Nunam Iqua
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Nome
Elevation 3,021 ft 18 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 62.520000, -164.850000

San Jose (SJO) to Nunam Iqua (SXP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) in Nunam Iqua, United States is 8,543 kilometers (5,309 miles / 4,613 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 09:47 in San Jose, it's 06:47 in Nunam Iqua. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,003 feet between the two airports. Nunam Iqua Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Nunam Iqua (SXP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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