Airport Comparison
| PAP | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Toussaint Louverture International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PAP | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MTPP | MROC |
| City | Port-au-Prince | San Jose |
| Country | Haiti | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 122 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.580000, -72.290000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Port-au-Prince (PAP) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) in Port-au-Prince, Haiti to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,599 kilometers (994 miles / 864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
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 Haiti with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:30 in Port-au-Prince, it's 13:30 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,899 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Toussaint Louverture International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Port-au-Prince (PAP) follows a heading of 52° (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 Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.