Airport Comparison
| FBG | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Simmons Army Air Field | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBG | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KFBG | MROC |
| City | Fort Liberty | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 244 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.100000, -78.900000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Liberty (FBG) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) in Fort Liberty, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,844 kilometers (1,767 miles / 1,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.
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 11:02 in Fort Liberty, it's 10:02 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,777 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Simmons Army Air Field.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Liberty (FBG) follows a heading of 10° (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 Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.