Airport Comparison
| LOI | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Helmuth Baungarten Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | LOI | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SSLN | MROC |
| City | Lontras | San Jose |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,095 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -27.160000, -49.540000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Lontras (LOI) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Helmuth Baungarten Airport (LOI) in Lontras, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,571 kilometers (3,461 miles / 3,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 10:29 in Lontras, it's 07:29 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,926 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Helmuth Baungarten Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Lontras (LOI) follows a heading of 139° (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 Helmuth Baungarten Airport (LOI) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.