Airport Comparison
| AFW | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFW | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KAFW | MROC |
| City | Fort Worth | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 723 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.000000, -97.300000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Worth (AFW) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) in Fort Worth, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,888 kilometers (1,795 miles / 1,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:48 in Fort Worth, it's 08:48 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,298 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Worth (AFW) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.