SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
4,316 km
2,682 miles
YSP
Marathon
Canada
Distance
4,316 km
2,682 mi / 2,330 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

SJO YSP
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Marathon Airport
IATA Code SJO YSP
ICAO Code MROC CYSP
City San Jose Marathon
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Toronto
Elevation 3,021 ft 1,035 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 48.760000, -86.340000

San Jose (SJO) to Marathon (YSP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Marathon Airport (YSP) in Marathon, Canada is 4,316 kilometers (2,682 miles / 2,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 16:31 in San Jose, it's 17:31 in Marathon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,986 feet between the two airports. Marathon Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Marathon (YSP) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 177° (south). 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 Marathon Airport (YSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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