SIU
Siuna
Nicaragua
420 km
261 miles
SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
Distance
420 km
261 mi / 227 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Managua
Heading
171°
south

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SIU SJO
Airport Name Siuna Juan Santamaria International Airport
IATA Code SIU SJO
ICAO Code MNSI MROC
City Siuna San Jose
Country Nicaragua Costa Rica
Timezone America/Managua America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 606 ft 3,021 ft
Coordinates 13.730000, -84.780000 9.990000, -84.210000

Siuna (SIU) to San Jose (SJO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Siuna (SIU) in Siuna, Nicaragua to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 420 kilometers (261 miles / 227 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:42 in Siuna, it's 08:42 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,415 feet between the two airports. Juan Santamaria International Airport sits higher than Siuna.

The return flight from San Jose (SJO) to Siuna (SIU) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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