The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Sechelt-Gibsons Airport (YHS) in Sechelt-Gibsons, Canada is 5,701 kilometers (3,542 miles / 3,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 10:27 in San Jose, it's 08:27 in Sechelt-Gibsons.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,771 feet between the two airports. Sechelt-Gibsons Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Sechelt-Gibsons (YHS) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 127° (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 Sechelt-Gibsons Airport (YHS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.