The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) in Yellowknife, Canada is 6,318 kilometers (3,926 miles / 3,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 04:03 in San Jose, it's 03:03 in Yellowknife.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,346 feet between the two airports. Yellowknife Airport sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The return flight from Yellowknife (YZF) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 144° (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 Yellowknife Airport (YZF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.