Airport Comparison
| BYS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | MROC |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,319 kilometers (2,684 miles / 2,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 15:07 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 17:07 in San Jose.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 316° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.