SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,775 km
2,346 miles
SJV
San Javier
Bolivia
Distance
3,775 km
2,346 mi / 2,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

SJO SJV
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport San Javier Airport
IATA Code SJO SJV
ICAO Code MROC SLJV
City San Jose San Javier
Country Costa Rica Bolivia
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/La_Paz
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,702 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 -16.270000, -62.470000

San Jose (SJO) to San Javier (SJV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to San Javier Airport (SJV) in San Javier, Bolivia is 3,775 kilometers (2,346 miles / 2,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 Costa Rica with Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:45 in San Jose, it's 01:45 in San Javier.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,319 feet between the two airports. San Javier Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from San Javier (SJV) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 319° (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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and San Javier Airport (SJV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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