The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 4,012 kilometers (2,493 miles / 2,166 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

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 01:08 in San Jose, it's 02:08 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,647 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 194° (south southwest). 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 Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.