Airport Comparison
| SJO | VSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | VSA |
| ICAO Code | MROC | MMVA |
| City | San Jose | Villahermosa |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 46 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 18.000000, -92.820000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Villahermosa (VSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport (VSA) in Villahermosa, Mexico is 1,286 kilometers (799 miles / 695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
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 Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:42 in San Jose, it's 12:42 in Villahermosa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,975 feet between the two airports. Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Villahermosa (VSA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 133° (southeast). 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 Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport (VSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.