Airport Comparison
| BHA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Perales Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SESV | MROC |
| City | Bahia de Caraquez | San Jose |
| Country | Ecuador | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.610000, -80.400000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Bahia de Caraquez (BHA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Perales Airport (BHA) in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,252 kilometers (778 miles / 676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Ecuador with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:39 in Bahia de Caraquez, it's 06:39 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Los Perales Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Bahia de Caraquez (BHA) follows a heading of 160° (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 Los Perales Airport (BHA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.