Airport Comparison
San Jose (SJO) to Tauramena (TAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Tauramena Airport (TAU) in Tauramena, Colombia is 1,380 kilometers (857 miles / 745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
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 Colombia. 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 17:25 in San Jose, it's 18:25 in Tauramena.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,559 feet between the two airports. Tauramena Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tauramena (TAU) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Tauramena Airport (TAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.