Airport Comparison
| RTB | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | RTB | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MHRO | MROC |
| City | Roatan Island | San Jose |
| Country | Honduras | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.320000, -86.520000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Roatan Island (RTB) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) in Roatan Island, Honduras to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 747 kilometers (464 miles / 403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Honduras with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:39 in Roatan Island, it's 09:39 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,003 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Roatan Island (RTB) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.