SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,823 km
3,618 miles
YBL
Campbell River
Canada
Distance
5,823 km
3,618 mi / 3,144 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YBL
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Campbell River Airport
IATA Code SJO YBL
ICAO Code MROC CYBL
City San Jose Campbell River
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 3,021 ft 346 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 49.950000, -125.270000

San Jose (SJO) to Campbell River (YBL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Campbell River Airport (YBL) in Campbell River, Canada is 5,823 kilometers (3,618 miles / 3,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 18:49 in San Jose, it's 16:49 in Campbell River.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,675 feet between the two airports. Campbell River Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Campbell River (YBL) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 125° (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 Campbell River Airport (YBL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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