Airport Comparison
| SJL | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJL | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SBUA | MROC |
| City | Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira | San Jose |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Boa_Vista | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 251 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.150000, -66.990000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira (SJL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,214 kilometers (1,376 miles / 1,195 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
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 13:46 in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira, it's 11:46 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,770 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira (SJL) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.