SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,579 km
3,467 miles
YMB
Merritt
Canada
Distance
5,579 km
3,467 mi / 3,012 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
330°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YMB
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Merritt Airport
IATA Code SJO YMB
ICAO Code MROC CAD5
City San Jose Merritt
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 3,021 ft 2,080 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 50.120000, -120.750000

San Jose (SJO) to Merritt (YMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Merritt Airport (YMB) in Merritt, Canada is 5,579 kilometers (3,467 miles / 3,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 23:15 in San Jose, it's 21:15 in Merritt.

The return flight from Merritt (YMB) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 130° (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 Merritt Airport (YMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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