The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) in Varadero, Cuba is 1,480 kilometers (919 miles / 799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:49 in San Jose, it's 19:49 in Varadero.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,811 feet between the two airports. Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Varadero (VRA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 192° (south southwest). 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 Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.