Airport Comparison
Manizales (MZL) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from La Nubia Airport (MZL) in Manizales, Colombia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,111 kilometers (690 miles / 600 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 Colombia 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 21:31 in Manizales, it's 20:31 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,850 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits lower than La Nubia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Manizales (MZL) follows a heading of 119° (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 La Nubia Airport (MZL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.