Airport Comparison
| SJO | TUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Tucson International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TUS |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KTUS |
| City | San Jose | Tucson |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 2,643 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 32.120000, -110.940000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tucson (TUS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 3,687 kilometers (2,291 miles / 1,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 11:35 in San Jose, it's 10:35 in Tucson.
The return flight from Tucson (TUS) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 126° (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 Tucson International Airport (TUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.