SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,982 km
2,474 miles
XMD
Madison
United States
Distance
3,982 km
2,474 mi / 2,150 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO XMD
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Madison Municipal Airport
IATA Code SJO XMD
ICAO Code MROC KMDS
City San Jose Madison
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,718 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 44.020000, -97.090000

San Jose (SJO) to Madison (XMD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) in Madison, United States is 3,982 kilometers (2,474 miles / 2,150 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 05:56 in San Jose, it's 05:56 in Madison.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,303 feet between the two airports. Madison Municipal Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Madison (XMD) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 158° (south 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 Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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