CBJ
Cabo Rojo
Dominican Republic
1,617 km
1,005 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
1,617 km
1,005 mi / 873 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Santo_Domingo
Heading
239°
west southwest

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CBJ SJO
Airport Name Cabo Rojo Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code CBJ SJO
ICAO Code MDCR MROC
City Cabo Rojo San Jose
Country Dominican Republic Costa Rica
Timezone America/Santo_Domingo America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 262 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 17.930000, -71.640000 9.990000, -84.210000

Cabo Rojo (CBJ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cabo Rojo Airport (CBJ) in Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,617 kilometers (1,005 miles / 873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:04 in Cabo Rojo, it's 16:04 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,759 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Cabo Rojo Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cabo Rojo (CBJ) follows a heading of 56° (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 Cabo Rojo Airport (CBJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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