SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
3,687 km
2,291 miles
YXU
London
Canada
Distance
3,687 km
2,291 mi / 1,991 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

SJO YXU
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport London Airport
IATA Code SJO YXU
ICAO Code MROC CYXU
City San Jose London
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Toronto
Elevation 3,021 ft 912 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 43.040000, -81.150000

San Jose (SJO) to London (YXU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to London Airport (YXU) in London, Canada is 3,687 kilometers (2,291 miles / 1,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 17:47 in San Jose, it's 18:47 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,109 feet between the two airports. London Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from London (YXU) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 186° (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 London Airport (YXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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