Airport Comparison
San Jose (SJO) to Santa Clara (SNU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Abel Santamaria Airport (SNU) in Santa Clara, Cuba is 1,462 kilometers (909 miles / 790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
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 Costa Rica with Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:13 in San Jose, it's 04:13 in Santa Clara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,683 feet between the two airports. Abel Santamaria Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Santa Clara (SNU) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 199° (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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Abel Santamaria Airport (SNU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.