Airport Comparison
New Halfa (NHF) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Halfa Airport (NHF) in New Halfa, Sudan to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 12,370 kilometers (7,686 miles / 6,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
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 Sudan with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:23 in New Halfa, it's 13:23 in Tocumen. With a 7-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 1,345 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than New Halfa Airport.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to New Halfa (NHF) follows a heading of 70° (east 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 New Halfa Airport (NHF) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.