The flight distance from Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) in Quezaltenango, Guatemala to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 959 kilometers (596 miles / 518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 Guatemala with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:37 in Quezaltenango, it's 08:37 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,758 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Quezaltenango Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Quezaltenango (AAZ) follows a heading of 305° (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 Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.