Airport Comparison
| SJO | YXE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YXE |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYXE |
| City | San Jose | Saskatoon |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,653 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 52.170000, -106.700000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Saskatoon (YXE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE) in Saskatoon, Canada is 5,111 kilometers (3,176 miles / 2,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
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 21:55 in San Jose, it's 21:55 in Saskatoon.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,368 feet between the two airports. Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Saskatoon (YXE) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 148° (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 Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.