Airport Comparison
Puerto Putumayo (PYO) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Putumayo Airport (PYO) in Puerto Putumayo, Ecuador to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,435 kilometers (892 miles / 775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Ecuador 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 12:24 in Puerto Putumayo, it's 11:24 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,288 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Putumayo Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Puerto Putumayo (PYO) follows a heading of 140° (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 Putumayo Airport (PYO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.