Airport Comparison
San Jose (SJO) to Yenbo Airport (YNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Yenbo Airport (YNB) in Yenbo Airport, Saudi Arabia is 12,691 kilometers (7,886 miles / 6,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:37 in San Jose, it's 23:37 in Yenbo Airport. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,995 feet between the two airports. Yenbo Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Yenbo Airport (YNB) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 294° (west northwest). 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 Yenbo Airport (YNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.