Airport Comparison
| SJO | YPC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YPC |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYPC |
| City | San Jose | Paulatuk |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 69.360000, -124.080000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Paulatuk (YPC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport (YPC) in Paulatuk, Canada is 7,184 kilometers (4,464 miles / 3,879 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 02:56 in San Jose, it's 01:56 in Paulatuk.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,006 feet between the two airports. Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Paulatuk (YPC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 136° (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 Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport (YPC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.