The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago, Dominican Republic is 1,798 kilometers (1,117 miles / 971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Dominican Republic. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:10 in San Jose, it's 19:10 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,456 feet between the two airports. Cibao International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (STI) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 236° (west 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 Cibao International Airport (STI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.