GBJ
Grand Bourg
GP
2,569 km
1,596 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
2,569 km
1,596 mi / 1,387 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Guadeloupe
Heading
258°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

GBJ SJO
Airport Name Les Bases Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code GBJ SJO
ICAO Code TFFM MROC
City Grand Bourg San Jose
Country GP Costa Rica
Timezone America/Guadeloupe America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 16 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 15.870000, -61.270000 9.990000, -84.210000

Grand Bourg (GBJ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Les Bases Airport (GBJ) in Grand Bourg, GP to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,569 kilometers (1,596 miles / 1,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:34 in Grand Bourg, it's 21:34 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,005 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Les Bases Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Grand Bourg (GBJ) follows a heading of 73° (east 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 Les Bases Airport (GBJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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