The flight distance from Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD) in Chitre, Panama to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 473 kilometers (294 miles / 255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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 16:32 in Chitre, it's 15:32 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,988 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Alonso Valderrama Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Chitre (CTD) follows a heading of 118° (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 Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.