HST
Homestead
United States
1,770 km
1,100 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
1,770 km
1,100 mi / 956 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
194°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

HST SJO
Airport Name Homestead Arb Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code HST SJO
ICAO Code KHST MROC
City Homestead San Jose
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 6 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 25.490000, -80.380000 9.990000, -84.210000

Homestead (HST) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Homestead Arb Airport (HST) in Homestead, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,770 kilometers (1,100 miles / 956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.

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 23:04 in Homestead, it's 22:04 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,015 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Homestead Arb Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Homestead (HST) follows a heading of 13° (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 Homestead Arb Airport (HST) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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