The flight distance from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena, Colombia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 953 kilometers (592 miles / 515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 Colombia 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 07:17 in Cartagena, it's 06:17 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,017 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Rafael Nunez International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cartagena (CTG) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.