Airport Comparison
| SJO | YPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Port Hawkesbury Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YPS |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYPD |
| City | San Jose | Port Hawkesbury |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Halifax |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 377 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 45.660000, -61.370000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Port Hawkesbury (YPS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS) in Port Hawkesbury, Canada is 4,523 kilometers (2,810 miles / 2,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.
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 12:05 in San Jose, it's 14:05 in Port Hawkesbury.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,644 feet between the two airports. Port Hawkesbury Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Port Hawkesbury (YPS) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 216° (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 Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.