Airport Comparison
| BPT | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jack Brooks Regional Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BPT | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KBPT | MROC |
| City | Beaumont/Port Arthur | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.000000, -94.000000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) in Beaumont/Port Arthur, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,446 kilometers (1,520 miles / 1,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.
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 03:21 in Beaumont/Port Arthur, it's 03:21 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,006 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Jack Brooks Regional Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.