Airport Comparison
| SCU | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Antonio Maceo International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCU | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MUCU | MROC |
| City | Santiago | San Jose |
| Country | Cuba | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Havana | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 249 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.970000, -75.840000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Santiago (SCU) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU) in Santiago, Cuba to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,427 kilometers (887 miles / 771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.
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 Cuba with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:14 in Santiago, it's 03:14 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,772 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Antonio Maceo International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Santiago (SCU) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.