Airport Comparison
| SJO | YKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Kitchener / Waterloo Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YKF |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYKF |
| City | San Jose | Waterloo |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,055 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 43.460000, -80.380000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Waterloo (YKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) in Waterloo, Canada is 3,740 kilometers (2,324 miles / 2,019 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 5°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 22:29 in San Jose, it's 23:29 in Waterloo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,966 feet between the two airports. Kitchener / Waterloo Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Waterloo (YKF) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 187° (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 Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.