Airport Comparison
| BSB | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | MROC |
| City | Brasilia | San Jose |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,922 kilometers (3,058 miles / 2,658 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 Brazil with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Brasilia, it's 02:28 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 125° (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 Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.