The flight distance from Manatee Airport (MZE) in Spanish Lookout, Belize to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 963 kilometers (598 miles / 520 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:37 in Spanish Lookout, it's 10:37 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,678 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Manatee Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Spanish Lookout (MZE) follows a heading of 328° (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 Manatee Airport (MZE) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.