Van Nuys to San José (Alajuela) (VNY–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Van Nuys to San José (Alajuela)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,736 mi 4h 54m nonstop +1h ahead 37 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and SJO, connecting options are available through 37 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to SJO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
37
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
237
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Metric VNY→SJO LAX→SJO
Distance from VNY – 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5
Weekly flights 0 10
Flight time 4h 54m 5h 45m
Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (Alajuela) flights
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
San José (Alajuela) is 1 hour ahead of Van Nuys.
VNY: PDT · SJO: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 7:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
Distance & Flight Time
2,736 mi / 4,403 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 54m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.

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Facts

VNY–SJO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to San José (Alajuela) route.
Route details
Distance2,736 mi / 4,403 km
Flight time4h 54m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections37 hubs
Origin: VNY
Full nameVan Nuys Airport
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m
Destination: SJO
Full nameJuan Santamaría International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJO / MROC
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation3,021 ft / 921 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VNY to SJO flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Juan Santamaría International Airport take approximately 4h 54m. The route covers 2,736 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TYS, DAL, FXE, LIR, SAN, HOU, SRQ, IAH, OAK, PIE, ECP, OPF, PBI, MCO, FLL, CMH, CHS, MIA, MSY, MSP, DFW, ATL, YHM, SJU, BNA, SFO, GYE, TEB, IAD, ORD, YYZ, EWR, BDA, SXM, YUL, JFK and LTN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San José (Alajuela) is 1 hour ahead of Van Nuys.
Nearby alternatives include LAX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from VNY to SJO

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

VNY to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to SJO ranges from 4 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,736 miles (4,403 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX).