Airport Comparison
Guantanamo (GAO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mariana Grajales Airport (GAO) in Guantanamo, Cuba to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,484 kilometers (922 miles / 801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.
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 Cuba with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Guantanamo, it's 08:59 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,965 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Mariana Grajales Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Guantanamo (GAO) follows a heading of 40° (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 Mariana Grajales Airport (GAO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.