BBC
Bay City
United States
2,434 km
1,513 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
2,434 km
1,513 mi / 1,314 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
148°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BBC SJO
Airport Name Bay City Regional Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code BBC SJO
ICAO Code KBYY MROC
City Bay City San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 45 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 28.970000, -95.860000 9.990000, -84.210000

Bay City (BBC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bay City Regional Airport (BBC) in Bay City, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,434 kilometers (1,513 miles / 1,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

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 05:50 in Bay City, it's 05:50 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,976 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Bay City Regional Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Bay City (BBC) follows a heading of 332° (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 Bay City Regional Airport (BBC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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