The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Cat Lake Airport (YAC) in Cat Lake, Canada is 4,692 kilometers (2,916 miles / 2,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 22:03 in San Jose, it's 22:03 in Cat Lake.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,677 feet between the two airports. Cat Lake Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Cat Lake (YAC) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 169° (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 Cat Lake Airport (YAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.