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Airport Comparison
| PLS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Providenciales Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PLS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MBPV | MROC |
| City | Providenciales Island | San Jose |
| Country | TC | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Grand_Turk | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.770000, -72.270000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Providenciales Island (PLS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Providenciales Airport (PLS) in Providenciales Island, TC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,827 kilometers (1,135 miles / 987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 16:31 in Providenciales Island, it's 14:31 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,006 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Providenciales Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Providenciales Island (PLS) follows a heading of 43° (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 Providenciales Airport (PLS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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