Airport Comparison
| CYW | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | CYW | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MMCY | MROC |
| City | Celaya | San Jose |
| Country | Mexico | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 5,709 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.550000, -100.890000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Celaya (CYW) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) in Celaya, Mexico to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 2,137 kilometers (1,328 miles / 1,154 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 07:45 in Celaya, it's 07:45 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,688 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Celaya (CYW) follows a heading of 305° (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 Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.