SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,328 km
2,068 miles
SZL
Knob Noster
United States
Distance
3,328 km
2,068 mi / 1,797 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO SZL
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Whiteman Afb Airport
IATA Code SJO SZL
ICAO Code MROC KSZL
City San Jose Knob Noster
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 3,021 ft 871 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 38.730000, -93.550000

San Jose (SJO) to Knob Noster (SZL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) in Knob Noster, United States is 3,328 kilometers (2,068 miles / 1,797 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 10:05 in San Jose, it's 10:05 in Knob Noster.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,150 feet between the two airports. Whiteman Afb Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Knob Noster (SZL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 161° (south 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 Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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