SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
6,465 km
4,017 miles
YLE
Whati
Canada
Distance
6,465 km
4,017 mi / 3,491 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YLE
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Whati Airport
IATA Code SJO YLE
ICAO Code MROC CEM3
City San Jose Whati
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Edmonton
Elevation 3,021 ft 882 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 63.130000, -117.250000

San Jose (SJO) to Whati (YLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Whati Airport (YLE) in Whati, Canada is 6,465 kilometers (4,017 miles / 3,491 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 17:07 in San Jose, it's 16:07 in Whati.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,139 feet between the two airports. Whati Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Whati (YLE) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 141° (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 Whati Airport (YLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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