BZA
Bonanza
Nicaragua
442 km
275 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
442 km
275 mi / 239 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Managua
Heading
174°
south

Airport Comparison

BZA SJO
Airport Name San Pedro Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code BZA SJO
ICAO Code MNBZ MROC
City Bonanza San Jose
Country Nicaragua Costa Rica
Timezone America/Managua America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 600 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 13.950000, -84.600000 9.990000, -84.210000

Bonanza (BZA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Pedro Airport (BZA) in Bonanza, Nicaragua to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 442 kilometers (275 miles / 239 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:46 in Bonanza, it's 15:46 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,421 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than San Pedro Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Bonanza (BZA) follows a heading of 355° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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