The flight distance from Clarence A. Bain Airport (MAY) in Mangrove Cay, Bahamas to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,734 kilometers (1,077 miles / 936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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 Bahamas with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Mangrove Cay, it's 13:36 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,002 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Clarence A. Bain Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mangrove Cay (MAY) follows a heading of 23° (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 Clarence A. Bain Airport (MAY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.