Airport Comparison
| SJO | UCY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Everett-Stewart Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | UCY |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KUCY |
| City | San Jose | Union City |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 346 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 36.380000, -88.990000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Union City (UCY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Everett-Stewart Regional Airport (UCY) in Union City, United States is 2,974 kilometers (1,848 miles / 1,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 14:29 in San Jose, it's 14:29 in Union City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,675 feet between the two airports. Everett-Stewart Regional Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Union City (UCY) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 169° (south). 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 Everett-Stewart Regional Airport (UCY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.