JFK to SJO: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is 3,559 km (2,211 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 4h 55m, heading south. The distance is the same in either direction (SJO to JFK).
How far is it from New York to San José (Alajuela)?
The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is 3,559 km (2,211 mi, 1,922 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from JFK to SJO?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 4h 55m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SJO is roughly south of JFK.
Airlines flying JFK to SJO
3 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is New York from San José (Alajuela)?
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are 3,559 km (2,211 mi, 1,922 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from JFK to SJO?
A typical nonstop flight between JFK and SJO takes about 4h 55m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is SJO from JFK?
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) lies roughly south of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Which airlines fly JFK to SJO?
3 airlines appear on the JFK-SJO route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, US Airways.
Related routes
Other routes from New York (JFK):
Other routes from San José (Alajuela) (SJO):
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