The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to New Bight Airport (TBI) in Cat Island, Bahamas is 1,844 kilometers (1,146 miles / 996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Bahamas. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:22 in San Jose, it's 01:22 in Cat Island.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,016 feet between the two airports. New Bight Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Cat Island (TBI) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). 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 New Bight Airport (TBI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.