Airport Comparison
| SJO | WMH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Baxter County Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | WMH |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KBPK |
| City | San Jose | Mountain Home |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 928 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 36.370000, -92.470000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Mountain Home (WMH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Baxter County Airport (WMH) in Mountain Home, United States is 3,049 kilometers (1,895 miles / 1,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.
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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:36 in San Jose, it's 04:36 in Mountain Home.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,093 feet between the two airports. Baxter County Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Mountain Home (WMH) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 162° (south 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Baxter County Airport (WMH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.