The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 5,540 kilometers (3,442 miles / 2,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 16:15 in San Jose, it's 15:15 in Drayton Valley.

The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) 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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.