The flight distance from Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) in Playa Grande, Guatemala to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 973 kilometers (605 miles / 525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:35 in Playa Grande, it's 20:35 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,444 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Playa Grande Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Playa Grande (PKJ) follows a heading of 314° (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 Playa Grande Airport (PKJ) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.