The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ) in Meadow Lake, Canada is 5,360 kilometers (3,331 miles / 2,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 03:46 in San Jose, it's 03:46 in Meadow Lake.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,445 feet between the two airports. Meadow Lake Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Meadow Lake (YLJ) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 147° (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 Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.