The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 5,373 kilometers (3,338 miles / 2,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 14:37 in San Jose, it's 12:37 in Grand Forks.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,301 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 132° (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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.