The flight distance from San Juan de Marcona Airport (SJA) in San Juan de Marcona, Peru to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,990 kilometers (1,858 miles / 1,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 13:50 in San Juan de Marcona, it's 12:50 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,877 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than San Juan de Marcona Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to San Juan de Marcona (SJA) follows a heading of 160° (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 San Juan de Marcona Airport (SJA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.