Airport Comparison
| SJO | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YYC |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYYC |
| City | San Jose | Calgary |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 5,317 kilometers (3,304 miles / 2,871 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 01:06 in San Jose, it's 00:06 in Calgary.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 139° (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 Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.