PSS
Posadas
Argentina
5,151 km
3,201 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
5,151 km
3,201 mi / 2,781 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

PSS SJO
Airport Name Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code PSS SJO
ICAO Code SARP MROC
City Posadas San Jose
Country Argentina Costa Rica
Timezone America/Argentina/Cordoba America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 430 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates -27.390000, -55.970000 9.990000, -84.210000

Posadas (PSS) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport (PSS) in Posadas, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,151 kilometers (3,201 miles / 2,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Argentina 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 02:04 in Posadas, it's 23:04 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 2,591 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Posadas (PSS) follows a heading of 144° (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 Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport (PSS) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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