The flight distance from Sierra Maestra Airport (MZO) in Manzanillo, Cuba to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 1,376 kilometers (855 miles / 743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:50 in Manzanillo, it's 02:50 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,909 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Sierra Maestra Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Manzanillo (MZO) follows a heading of 33° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sierra Maestra Airport (MZO) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.