Airport Comparison
| GDT | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | JAGS McCartney International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDT | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MBGT | MROC |
| City | Cockburn Town | San Jose |
| Country | TC | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Grand_Turk | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.440000, -71.140000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Cockburn Town (GDT) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) in Cockburn Town, TC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,889 kilometers (1,174 miles / 1,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 TC with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:12 in Cockburn Town, it's 03:12 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,008 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than JAGS McCartney International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cockburn Town (GDT) follows a heading of 46° (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 JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.