SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,849 km
3,635 miles
YXN
Whale Cove
Canada
Distance
5,849 km
3,635 mi / 3,158 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
355°
north

Airport Comparison

SJO YXN
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Whale Cove Airport
IATA Code SJO YXN
ICAO Code MROC CYXN
City San Jose Whale Cove
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Winnipeg
Elevation 3,021 ft 40 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 62.240000, -92.600000

San Jose (SJO) to Whale Cove (YXN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Whale Cove Airport (YXN) in Whale Cove, Canada is 5,849 kilometers (3,635 miles / 3,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 09:49 in San Jose, it's 09:49 in Whale Cove.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,981 feet between the two airports. Whale Cove Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Whale Cove (YXN) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 170° (south). 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 Whale Cove Airport (YXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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