The flight distance from Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport (LIY) in Fort Stewart (Hinesville), United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,451 kilometers (1,523 miles / 1,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

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 19:12 in Fort Stewart (Hinesville), it's 18:12 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,974 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Stewart (Hinesville) (LIY) follows a heading of 6° (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 Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport (LIY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.