Airport Comparison
| RSW | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Florida International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | RSW | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KRSW | MROC |
| City | Fort Myers | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.500000, -81.800000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Fort Myers (RSW) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,853 kilometers (1,152 miles / 1,001 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 188°.
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 12:10 in Fort Myers, it's 11:10 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,991 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Southwest Florida International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fort Myers (RSW) follows a heading of 8° (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 Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.