The flight distance from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) in San Cristobal, Ecuador to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,352 kilometers (840 miles / 730 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 17:23 in San Cristobal, it's 17:23 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,959 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than San Cristobal Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to San Cristobal (SCY) follows a heading of 207° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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