Airport Comparison
| JDR | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | JDR | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SNJR | MROC |
| City | Sao Joao Del Rei | San Jose |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 3,117 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -21.090000, -44.220000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) in Sao Joao Del Rei, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,570 kilometers (3,461 miles / 3,007 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 Brazil with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:14 in Sao Joao Del Rei, it's 05:14 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.