Airport Comparison
| PPM | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pompano Beach Airpark | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPM | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KPMP | MROC |
| City | Pompano Beach | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 19 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.250000, -80.110000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Pompano Beach (PPM) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pompano Beach Airpark (PPM) in Pompano Beach, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,859 kilometers (1,155 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
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 United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:45 in Pompano Beach, it's 02:45 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,002 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Pompano Beach Airpark.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Pompano Beach (PPM) follows a heading of 13° (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 Pompano Beach Airpark (PPM) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.