Airport Comparison
| SJO | YQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Grande Prairie Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YQU |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYQU |
| City | San Jose | Grande Prairie |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 2,195 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 55.180000, -118.890000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 5,869 kilometers (3,647 miles / 3,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 21:36 in San Jose, it's 20:36 in Grande Prairie.
The return flight from Grande Prairie (YQU) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 135° (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 Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.