SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,350 km
3,325 miles
YLR
Leaf Rapids
Canada
Distance
5,350 km
3,325 mi / 2,889 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YLR
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Leaf Rapids Airport
IATA Code SJO YLR
ICAO Code MROC CYLR
City San Jose Leaf Rapids
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Winnipeg
Elevation 3,021 ft 959 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 56.510000, -99.990000

San Jose (SJO) to Leaf Rapids (YLR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Leaf Rapids Airport (YLR) in Leaf Rapids, Canada is 5,350 kilometers (3,325 miles / 2,889 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 14:10 in San Jose, it's 14:10 in Leaf Rapids.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,062 feet between the two airports. Leaf Rapids Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Leaf Rapids (YLR) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 159° (south 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 Leaf Rapids Airport (YLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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