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Airport Comparison
| SJO | YKN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Chan Gurney Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YKN |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KYKN |
| City | San Jose | Yankton |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,306 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 42.920000, -97.390000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Yankton (YKN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN) in Yankton, United States is 3,879 kilometers (2,410 miles / 2,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
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 United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in San Jose, it's 02:45 in Yankton.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,715 feet between the two airports. Chan Gurney Municipal Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Yankton (YKN) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 157° (south 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 Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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