The flight distance from Southwest Michigan Regional Airport (BEH) in Benton Harbor, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,580 kilometers (2,225 miles / 1,933 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 23:53 in Benton Harbor, it's 22:53 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,372 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Southwest Michigan Regional Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Benton Harbor (BEH) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport (BEH) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.