Airport Comparison
| SJO | YPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YPA |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYPA |
| City | San Jose | Prince Albert |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,405 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 53.210000, -105.670000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Prince Albert (YPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport (YPA) in Prince Albert, Canada is 5,175 kilometers (3,216 miles / 2,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 06:46 in San Jose, it's 06:46 in Prince Albert.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,616 feet between the two airports. Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Prince Albert (YPA) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 150° (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 Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport (YPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.