Airport Comparison
| BZE | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BZE | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MZBZ | MROC |
| City | Belize City | San Jose |
| Country | Belize | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Belize | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.540000, -88.310000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Belize City (BZE) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 949 kilometers (590 miles / 512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.
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 Belize with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:03 in Belize City, it's 14:03 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,006 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Belize City (BZE) follows a heading of 333° (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 Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.