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Airport Comparison
| SBA | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | SBA | SJO |
| ICAO Code | KSBA | MROC |
| City | Santa Barbara | San Jose |
| Country | United States | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.400000, -119.800000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) in Santa Barbara, United States to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 4,519 kilometers (2,808 miles / 2,440 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 16:26 in Santa Barbara, it's 17:26 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,008 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santa Barbara (SBA) follows a heading of 312° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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