Airport Comparison
| AQB | PTY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport | Tocumen International Airport |
| IATA Code | AQB | PTY |
| ICAO Code | MGQC | MPTO |
| City | Santa Cruz del Quiche | Tocumen |
| Country | Guatemala | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 6,631 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 15.010000, -91.150000 | 9.070000, -79.380000 |
Santa Cruz del Quiche (AQB) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport (AQB) in Santa Cruz del Quiche, Guatemala to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 1,440 kilometers (895 miles / 777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Guatemala with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:30 in Santa Cruz del Quiche, it's 05:30 in Tocumen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,496 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Santa Cruz del Quiche (AQB) follows a heading of 298° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport (AQB) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.