The flight distance from Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,244 kilometers (773 miles / 672 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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 Colombia 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 20:02 in Riohacha, it's 19:02 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,978 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Almirante Padilla Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Riohacha (RCH) follows a heading of 81° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.