MDZ
Mendoza
Argentina
5,034 km
3,128 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
5,034 km
3,128 mi / 2,718 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Argentina/Mendoza
Heading
338°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MDZ SJO
Airport Name El Plumerillo Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code MDZ SJO
ICAO Code SAME MROC
City Mendoza San Jose
Country Argentina Costa Rica
Timezone America/Argentina/Mendoza America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 2,310 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates -32.830000, -68.790000 9.990000, -84.210000

Mendoza (MDZ) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,034 kilometers (3,128 miles / 2,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Argentina 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 16:07 in Mendoza, it's 13:07 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Mendoza (MDZ) follows a heading of 162° (south 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 El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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