The flight distance from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,164 kilometers (723 miles / 629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

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 Jamaica with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:31 in Montego Bay, it's 00:31 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,017 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sangster International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Montego Bay (MBJ) follows a heading of 35° (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 Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.