SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
4,369 km
2,715 miles
TOA
Torrance
United States
Distance
4,369 km
2,715 mi / 2,359 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO TOA
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Zamperini Field
IATA Code SJO TOA
ICAO Code MROC KTOA
City San Jose Torrance
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,021 ft 103 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 33.800000, -118.340000

San Jose (SJO) to Torrance (TOA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Zamperini Field (TOA) in Torrance, United States is 4,369 kilometers (2,715 miles / 2,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 23:36 in San Jose, it's 21:36 in Torrance.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,918 feet between the two airports. Zamperini Field sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Torrance (TOA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 Zamperini Field (TOA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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