SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,696 km
2,296 miles
UES
Waukesha
United States
Distance
3,696 km
2,296 mi / 1,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
355°
north

Airport Comparison

SJO UES
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Waukesha County Airport
IATA Code SJO UES
ICAO Code MROC KUES
City San Jose Waukesha
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 3,021 ft 912 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 43.040000, -88.240000

San Jose (SJO) to Waukesha (UES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Waukesha County Airport (UES) in Waukesha, United States is 3,696 kilometers (2,296 miles / 1,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 11:08 in San Jose, it's 11:08 in Waukesha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,110 feet between the two airports. Waukesha County Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Waukesha (UES) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 173° (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 Waukesha County Airport (UES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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