Airport Comparison
| SJO | YXJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Fort St John Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YXJ |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYXJ |
| City | San Jose | Fort Saint John |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Dawson_Creek |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 2,280 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 56.240000, -120.740000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Fort Saint John (YXJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Fort St John Airport (YXJ) in Fort Saint John, Canada is 6,034 kilometers (3,750 miles / 3,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 09:50 in San Jose, it's 08:50 in Fort Saint John.
The return flight from Fort Saint John (YXJ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 134° (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 Fort St John Airport (YXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.