The flight distance from Nicholson Airport (NLS) in Nicholson Airport, Australia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 16,804 kilometers (10,442 miles / 9,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:59 in Nicholson Airport, it's 12:59 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.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Nicholson Airport (NLS) follows a heading of 249° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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