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Airport Comparison
| SJO | YYT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | St. John's International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJO | YYT |
| ICAO Code | MROC | CYYT |
| City | San Jose | St. John's |
| Country | Costa Rica | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/St_Johns |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 461 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 47.620000, -52.750000 |
San Jose (SJO) to St. John's (YYT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to St. John's International Airport (YYT) in St. John's, Canada is 5,117 kilometers (3,180 miles / 2,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 21:10 in San Jose, it's 00:40 in St. John's. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,560 feet between the two airports. St. John's International Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from St. John's (YYT) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 226° (southwest). 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 St. John's International Airport (YYT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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