The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 2,044 kilometers (1,270 miles / 1,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 21:40 in San Jose, it's 21:40 in Ixtapa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,995 feet between the two airports. Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 112° (east 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 Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.