The flight distance from Jaime Gonzalez Airport (CFG) in Cienfuegos, Cuba to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,412 kilometers (877 miles / 762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Cuba with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:34 in Cienfuegos, it's 00:34 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,919 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Jaime Gonzalez Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cienfuegos (CFG) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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