Airport Comparison
| MVD | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | SJO |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | MROC |
| City | Montevideo | San Jose |
| Country | Uruguay | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 5,800 kilometers (3,604 miles / 3,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 Uruguay 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 08:14 in Montevideo, it's 05:14 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,916 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 151° (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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.