The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 520 kilometers (323 miles / 281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:35 in Panama City, it's 07:35 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,969 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 103° (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 Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.