Airport Comparison
| FXE | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FXE | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFXE | MROC |
| City | Fort Lauderdale | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.200000, -80.200000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Lauderdale (FXE) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,851 kilometers (1,150 miles / 1,000 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
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 15:29 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 14:29 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,008 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Lauderdale (FXE) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). 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 Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.