Airport Comparison
| LGB | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LGB | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KLGB | MROC |
| City | Long Beach | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 60 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.820000, -118.150000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Long Beach (LGB) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport (LGB) in Long Beach, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,355 kilometers (2,706 miles / 2,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:32 in Long Beach, it's 12:32 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,961 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Long Beach (LGB) follows a heading of 313° (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 Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport (LGB) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.