The flight distance from Bluefields Airport (BEF) in Bluefileds, Nicaragua to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 228 kilometers (141 miles / 123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Nicaragua with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:52 in Bluefileds, it's 12:52 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,001 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Bluefields Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Bluefileds (BEF) follows a heading of 12° (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 Bluefields Airport (BEF) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.