Airport Comparison
| FCS | PTY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport | Tocumen International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCS | PTY |
| ICAO Code | KFCS | MPTO |
| City | Fort Carson | Tocumen |
| Country | United States | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 5,874 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.680000, -104.760000 | 9.070000, -79.380000 |
Fort Carson (FCS) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 4,152 kilometers (2,580 miles / 2,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.
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 United States with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:53 in Fort Carson, it's 11:53 in Tocumen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,739 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.