The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP) in Valledupar, Colombia is 1,200 kilometers (746 miles / 648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 07:44 in San Jose, it's 08:44 in Valledupar.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,538 feet between the two airports. Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Valledupar (VUP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 269° (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 Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.