Airport Comparison
| BGI | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Grantley Adams International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BGI | SJO |
| ICAO Code | TBPB | MROC |
| City | Bridgetown | San Jose |
| Country | Barbados | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Barbados | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 169 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.070000, -59.490000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Bridgetown (BGI) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) in Bridgetown, Barbados to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,714 kilometers (1,686 miles / 1,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 265°.
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 Barbados with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:04 in Bridgetown, it's 03:04 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,852 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sir Grantley Adams International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Bridgetown (BGI) follows a heading of 80° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.