Airport Comparison
| POS | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piarco International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | POS | SJO |
| ICAO Code | TTPP | MROC |
| City | Port of Spain | San Jose |
| Country | Trinidad and Tobago | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Port_of_Spain | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.600000, -61.340000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Port of Spain (POS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piarco International Airport (POS) in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,502 kilometers (1,555 miles / 1,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
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 Trinidad and Tobago with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:16 in Port of Spain, it's 01:16 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,963 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Piarco International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Port of Spain (POS) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Piarco International Airport (POS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.