Airport Comparison
| BWI | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | MROC |
| City | Baltimore | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,331 kilometers (2,070 miles / 1,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 00:57 in Baltimore, it's 23:57 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,878 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 12° (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 Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.