BOC
Isla Colon
Panama
227 km
141 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
227 km
141 mi / 122 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Panama
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BOC SJO
Airport Name Bocas Del Toro International Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code BOC SJO
ICAO Code MPBO MROC
City Isla Colon San Jose
Country Panama Costa Rica
Timezone America/Panama America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 10 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 9.340000, -82.250000 9.990000, -84.210000

Isla Colon (BOC) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bocas Del Toro International Airport (BOC) in Isla Colon, Panama to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 227 kilometers (141 miles / 122 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 Panama with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:14 in Isla Colon, it's 13:14 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Bocas Del Toro International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Isla Colon (BOC) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bocas Del Toro International Airport (BOC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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