Airport Comparison
| SJO | TQO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | TQO |
| ICAO Code | MROC | MMTU |
| City | San Jose | Tulum |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Cancun |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 20.230000, -87.430000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Tulum (TQO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO) in Tulum, Mexico is 1,190 kilometers (739 miles / 642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.
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 05:41 in San Jose, it's 06:41 in Tulum.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,014 feet between the two airports. Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Tulum (TQO) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.