The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) in Valencia, Venezuela is 1,782 kilometers (1,107 miles / 962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Venezuela. 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 07:04 in San Jose, it's 09:04 in Valencia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,610 feet between the two airports. Arturo Michelena International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Valencia (VLN) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 271° (west). 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 Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.