Airport Comparison
| BLB | FRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport | Frankfurt am Main International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLB | FRA |
| ICAO Code | MPPA | EDDF |
| City | Panama City | Frankfurt am Main |
| Country | Panama | Germany |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Europe/Berlin |
| Elevation | 52 ft | 364 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.910000, -79.600000 | 50.030000, 8.540000 |
Panama City (BLB) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 9,117 kilometers (5,665 miles / 4,923 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.
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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:34 in Panama City, it's 22:34 in Frankfurt am Main. With a 6-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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 274° (west). 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.