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Airport Comparison
| PVR | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | PVR | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MMPR | MROC |
| City | Puerto Vallarta | San Jose |
| Country | Mexico | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.680000, -105.250000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,546 kilometers (1,582 miles / 1,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:02 in Puerto Vallarta, it's 16:02 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,998 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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