The flight distance from Alerta Airport (ALD) in Fortaleza, Peru to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,917 kilometers (1,813 miles / 1,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:39 in Fortaleza, it's 02:39 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,224 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Alerta Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Fortaleza (ALD) follows a heading of 145° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alerta Airport (ALD) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.