SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,628 km
3,497 miles
YNL
Points North Landing
Canada
Distance
5,628 km
3,497 mi / 3,039 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YNL
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Points North Landing Airport
IATA Code SJO YNL
ICAO Code MROC CYNL
City San Jose Points North Landing
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Regina
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,605 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 58.280000, -104.080000

San Jose (SJO) to Points North Landing (YNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Points North Landing Airport (YNL) in Points North Landing, Canada is 5,628 kilometers (3,497 miles / 3,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 11:34 in San Jose, it's 11:34 in Points North Landing.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,416 feet between the two airports. Points North Landing Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Points North Landing (YNL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 154° (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 Points North Landing Airport (YNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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