SJO
San Jose
Costa Rica
5,593 km
3,475 miles
YXX
Abbotsford
Canada
Distance
5,593 km
3,475 mi / 3,020 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SJO YXX
Airport Name Juan Santamaria International Airport Abbotsford Airport
IATA Code SJO YXX
ICAO Code MROC CYXX
City San Jose Abbotsford
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 3,021 ft 195 ft
Coordinates 9.990000, -84.210000 49.030000, -122.360000

San Jose (SJO) to Abbotsford (YXX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Abbotsford Airport (YXX) in Abbotsford, Canada is 5,593 kilometers (3,475 miles / 3,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 20:57 in San Jose, it's 18:57 in Abbotsford.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,826 feet between the two airports. Abbotsford Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Abbotsford (YXX) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 128° (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 Abbotsford Airport (YXX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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