The flight distance from Baotou Airport (BAV) in Baotou, China to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 14,413 kilometers (8,956 miles / 7,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting China with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:16 in Baotou, it's 06:16 in Tocumen. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,186 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Baotou Airport.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Baotou (BAV) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Baotou Airport (BAV) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.