The flight distance from Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) in Arequipa, Peru to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 3,241 kilometers (2,014 miles / 1,750 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Peru with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:56 in Arequipa, it's 13:56 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,384 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Rodriguez Ballon International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Arequipa (AQP) follows a heading of 154° (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 Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.