Airport Comparison
| PDP | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PDP | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SULS | MROC |
| City | Punta del Este | San Jose |
| Country | Uruguay | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 95 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.860000, -55.090000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Punta del Este (PDP) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) in Punta del Este, Uruguay to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,853 kilometers (3,637 miles / 3,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Uruguay 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 21:22 in Punta del Este, it's 18:22 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,926 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Punta del Este (PDP) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.