Airport Comparison
| SJO | TCQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TCQ |
| ICAO Code | MROC | SPTN |
| City | San Jose | Tacna |
| Country | Costa Rica | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,538 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | -18.050000, -70.280000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tacna (TCQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) in Tacna, Peru is 3,473 kilometers (2,158 miles / 1,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.
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 Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:48 in San Jose, it's 21:48 in Tacna.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,483 feet between the two airports. Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tacna (TCQ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 333° (north northwest). 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 Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.