The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 12,908 kilometers (8,020 miles / 6,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:34 in Panama City, it's 22:34 in Chitose / Tomakomai. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.