Airport Comparison
| SJO | TJL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Plinio Alarcom Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TJL |
| ICAO Code | MROC | SBTG |
| City | San Jose | Tres Lagoas |
| Country | Costa Rica | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Campo_Grande |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,075 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | -20.750000, -51.680000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tres Lagoas (TJL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Plinio Alarcom Airport (TJL) in Tres Lagoas, Brazil is 4,932 kilometers (3,065 miles / 2,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
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 Brazil. 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 03:31 in San Jose, it's 05:31 in Tres Lagoas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,946 feet between the two airports. Plinio Alarcom Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tres Lagoas (TJL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 311° (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 Plinio Alarcom Airport (TJL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.