Airport Comparison
| BGJ | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Borgarfjordur eystri Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BGJ | SJO |
| ICAO Code | BIBF | MROC |
| City | Borgarfjordur eystri | San Jose |
| Country | Iceland | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 80 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.520000, -13.800000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) in Borgarfjordur eystri, Iceland to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 8,102 kilometers (5,034 miles / 4,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Iceland with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:30 in Borgarfjordur eystri, it's 01:30 in San Jose. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,941 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Borgarfjordur eystri Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) follows a heading of 24° (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 Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.