Airport Comparison
| SJO | TPP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TPP |
| ICAO Code | MROC | SPST |
| City | San Jose | Tarapoto |
| Country | Costa Rica | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 869 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | -6.510000, -76.370000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tarapoto (TPP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP) in Tarapoto, Peru is 2,030 kilometers (1,261 miles / 1,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.
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 Peru. 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 20:55 in San Jose, it's 21:55 in Tarapoto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,152 feet between the two airports. Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tarapoto (TPP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.