PVA
Providencia
Colombia
487 km
302 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
487 km
302 mi / 263 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Bogota
Heading
220°
southwest

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PVA SJO
Airport Name El Embrujo Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code PVA SJO
ICAO Code SKPV MROC
City Providencia San Jose
Country Colombia Costa Rica
Timezone America/Bogota America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 10 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 13.360000, -81.360000 9.990000, -84.210000

Providencia (PVA) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Embrujo Airport (PVA) in Providencia, Colombia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 487 kilometers (302 miles / 263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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 08:10 in Providencia, it's 07:10 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,011 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than El Embrujo Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Providencia (PVA) follows a heading of 39° (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 El Embrujo Airport (PVA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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