The flight distance from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) in Lexington, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,119 kilometers (1,938 miles / 1,684 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 179°.

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 14:58 in Lexington, it's 13:58 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,042 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Blue Grass Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Lexington (LEX) follows a heading of 359° (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 Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.