Airport Comparison
| CME | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ciudad del Carmen International Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CME | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MMCE | MROC |
| City | Ciudad del Carmen | San Jose |
| Country | Mexico | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.650000, -91.800000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Ciudad del Carmen (CME) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,263 kilometers (785 miles / 682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.
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 Mexico with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:16 in Ciudad del Carmen, it's 06:16 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Ciudad del Carmen International Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Ciudad del Carmen (CME) follows a heading of 321° (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 Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.