The flight distance from Chacarita Airport (JAP) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,861 kilometers (1,157 miles / 1,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Costa Rica with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:59 in Puntarenas, it's 06:59 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,309 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Chacarita Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Puntarenas (JAP) follows a heading of 122° (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 Chacarita Airport (JAP) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.