SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,808 km
2,366 miles
WBK
West Branch
United States
Distance
3,808 km
2,366 mi / 2,056 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

SJO WBK
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport West Branch Community Airport
IATA Code SJO WBK
ICAO Code MROC KY31
City San Jose West Branch
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Detroit
Elevation 3,021 ft 882 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 44.240000, -84.180000

San Jose (SJO) to West Branch (WBK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to West Branch Community Airport (WBK) in West Branch, United States is 3,808 kilometers (2,366 miles / 2,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:33 in San Jose, it's 01:33 in West Branch.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,139 feet between the two airports. West Branch Community Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from West Branch (WBK) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 180° (south). 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 West Branch Community Airport (WBK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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