Airport Comparison
| CAP | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cap Haitien International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CAP | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MTCH | MROC |
| City | Cap Haitien | San Jose |
| Country | Haiti | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.730000, -72.190000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Cap Haitien (CAP) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cap Haitien International Airport (CAP) in Cap Haitien, Haiti to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,684 kilometers (1,047 miles / 909 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.
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 Haiti with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:20 in Cap Haitien, it's 03:20 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Cap Haitien International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cap Haitien (CAP) follows a heading of 49° (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 Cap Haitien International Airport (CAP) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.