Airport Comparison
| PBQ | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pimenta Bueno Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PBQ | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SWPM | MROC |
| City | Pimenta Bueno | San Jose |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Porto_Velho | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 682 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -11.640000, -61.180000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Pimenta Bueno (PBQ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pimenta Bueno Airport (PBQ) in Pimenta Bueno, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,502 kilometers (2,176 miles / 1,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 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 09:42 in Pimenta Bueno, it's 07:42 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,339 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Pimenta Bueno Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Pimenta Bueno (PBQ) follows a heading of 133° (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 Pimenta Bueno Airport (PBQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.