The flight distance from Laguardia Airport (LGA) in New York, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,572 kilometers (2,219 miles / 1,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.

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 15:31 in New York, it's 14:31 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,000 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Laguardia Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to New York (LGA) follows a heading of 15° (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 Laguardia Airport (LGA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.