Airport Comparison
| RUY | SJO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Copan Ruinas Airport | Juan Santamaria International Airport |
| IATA Code | RUY | SJO |
| ICAO Code | MHRU | MROC |
| City | Ruinas de Copan | San Jose |
| Country | Honduras | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 1,990 ft | 3,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.840000, -89.140000 | 9.990000, -84.210000 |
Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 760 kilometers (472 miles / 410 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.
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 Honduras with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:06 in Ruinas de Copan, it's 12:06 in San Jose.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,031 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Copan Ruinas Airport.
The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Ruinas de Copan (RUY) follows a heading of 316° (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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.