The flight distance from Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,949 kilometers (1,211 miles / 1,052 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Peru 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 01:16 in Rioja, it's 00:16 in San Jose.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Rioja (RIJ) follows a heading of 156° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.