The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,261 kilometers (784 miles / 681 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

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 02:06 in Cancun, it's 01:06 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,999 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.