Airport Comparison
| SJO | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | WAL |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KWAL |
| City | San Jose | Wallops Island |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 3,228 kilometers (2,006 miles / 1,743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 13:18 in San Jose, it's 14:18 in Wallops Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,981 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). 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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.