Airport Comparison
| CYB | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gerrard Smith International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CYB | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MWCB | MROC |
| City | Cayman Brac | San Jose |
| Country | KY | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Cayman | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 8 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.690000, -79.880000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Cayman Brac (CYB) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gerrard Smith International Airport (CYB) in Cayman Brac, KY to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,174 kilometers (730 miles / 634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting KY with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:47 in Cayman Brac, it's 18:47 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,013 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Gerrard Smith International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cayman Brac (CYB) follows a heading of 23° (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 Gerrard Smith International Airport (CYB) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.