The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 1,098 kilometers (682 miles / 593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Costa Rica with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in San Jose, it's 08:55 in Santa Marta.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,999 feet between the two airports. Simon Bolivar International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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