The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Santa Maria Airport (SMG) in Santa Maria, Peru is 2,570 kilometers (1,597 miles / 1,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.

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 Costa Rica with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in San Jose, it's 18:30 in Santa Maria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,252 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Maria (SMG) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 342° (north northwest). 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 Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Santa Maria Airport (SMG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.