The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) in Sault Ste Marie, Canada is 4,058 kilometers (2,521 miles / 2,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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 19:34 in San Jose, it's 20:34 in Sault Ste Marie.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,391 feet between the two airports. Sault Ste Marie Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Sault Ste Marie (YAM) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 180° (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 Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.