Airport Comparison
| SJO | TEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Telluride Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TEX |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KTEX |
| City | San Jose | Telluride |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 9,070 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 37.950000, -107.910000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Telluride (TEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) in Telluride, United States is 3,907 kilometers (2,428 miles / 2,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 06:44 in San Jose, it's 05:44 in Telluride.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,049 feet between the two airports. Telluride Regional Airport sits higher than Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Telluride (TEX) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 137° (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 Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.