Airport Comparison
| FTW | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Worth Meacham International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FTW | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFTW | MROC |
| City | Fort Worth | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 710 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.820000, -97.360000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Worth (FTW) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) in Fort Worth, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,874 kilometers (1,786 miles / 1,552 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 17:03 in Fort Worth, it's 17:03 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,311 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Worth (FTW) 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 Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.