Airport Comparison
| SJO | TGZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Angel Albino Corzo International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TGZ |
| ICAO Code | MROC | MMTG |
| City | San Jose | Tuxtla Gutierrez |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,499 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 16.560000, -93.020000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tuxtla Gutierrez (TGZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) in Tuxtla Gutierrez, Mexico is 1,201 kilometers (746 miles / 648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
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 22:12 in San Jose, it's 22:12 in Tuxtla Gutierrez.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,522 feet between the two airports. Angel Albino Corzo International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tuxtla Gutierrez (TGZ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 126° (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 Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.