Airport Comparison
| SJO | YGH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Fort Good Hope Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YGH |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYGH |
| City | San Jose | Fort Good Hope |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 268 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 66.240000, -128.650000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Fort Good Hope (YGH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Fort Good Hope Airport (YGH) in Fort Good Hope, Canada is 7,090 kilometers (4,406 miles / 3,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 01:18 in San Jose, it's 00:18 in Fort Good Hope.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,753 feet between the two airports. Fort Good Hope Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Good Hope (YGH) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 130° (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 Fort Good Hope Airport (YGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.