SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,223 km
3,246 miles
YQW
North Battleford
Canada
Distance
5,223 km
3,246 mi / 2,820 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YQW
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport North Battleford Airport
IATA Code SJO YQW
ICAO Code MROC CYQW
City San Jose North Battleford
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Regina
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,799 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 52.770000, -108.240000

San Jose (SJO) to North Battleford (YQW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to North Battleford Airport (YQW) in North Battleford, Canada is 5,223 kilometers (3,246 miles / 2,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 00:26 in San Jose, it's 00:26 in North Battleford.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,222 feet between the two airports. North Battleford Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from North Battleford (YQW) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 147° (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 North Battleford Airport (YQW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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