SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,127 km
3,186 miles
YER
Fort Severn
Canada
Distance
5,127 km
3,186 mi / 2,768 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

SJO YER
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Fort Severn Airport
IATA Code SJO YER
ICAO Code MROC CYER
City San Jose Fort Severn
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Toronto
Elevation 3,021 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 56.020000, -87.680000

San Jose (SJO) to Fort Severn (YER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Fort Severn Airport (YER) in Fort Severn, Canada is 5,127 kilometers (3,186 miles / 2,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:43 in San Jose, it's 19:43 in Fort Severn.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,973 feet between the two airports. Fort Severn Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Severn (YER) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 175° (south). 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 Fort Severn Airport (YER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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