The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Playa De Oro International Airport (ZLO) in Manzanillo, Mexico is 2,412 kilometers (1,499 miles / 1,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in San Jose, it's 01:45 in Manzanillo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,991 feet between the two airports. Playa De Oro International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Manzanillo (ZLO) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 112° (east 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 Playa De Oro International Airport (ZLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.