The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) in Tapachula, Mexico is 1,034 kilometers (643 miles / 558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:20 in San Jose, it's 17:20 in Tapachula.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,924 feet between the two airports. Tapachula International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Tapachula (TAP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Tapachula International Airport (TAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.