The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) in Santiago, Panama is 416 kilometers (258 miles / 224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:48 in San Jose, it's 08:48 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,749 feet between the two airports. Ruben Cantu Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SYP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.