SAQ
Andros Island
Bahamas
1,797 km
1,116 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
1,797 km
1,116 mi / 970 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Nassau
Heading
202°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

SAQ SJO
Airport Name San Andros Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code SAQ SJO
ICAO Code MYAN MROC
City Andros Island San Jose
Country Bahamas Costa Rica
Timezone America/Nassau America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 5 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 25.050000, -78.050000 9.990000, -84.210000

Andros Island (SAQ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Andros Airport (SAQ) in Andros Island, Bahamas to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,797 kilometers (1,116 miles / 970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 10:43 in Andros Island, it's 09:43 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,016 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than San Andros Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Andros Island (SAQ) follows a heading of 20° (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 San Andros Airport (SAQ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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