The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) in Villamontes, Bolivia is 4,152 kilometers (2,580 miles / 2,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Bolivia. 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 05:32 in San Jose, it's 07:32 in Villamontes.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,716 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Villamontes (VLM) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 325° (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 Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.