The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Fort Chipewyan Airport (YPY) in Fort Chipewyan, Canada is 5,879 kilometers (3,653 miles / 3,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 00:34 in San Jose, it's 23:34 in Fort Chipewyan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,260 feet between the two airports. Fort Chipewyan Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Chipewyan (YPY) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 146° (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 Chipewyan Airport (YPY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.