Airport Comparison
| PLU | PTY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport | Tocumen International Airport |
| IATA Code | PLU | PTY |
| ICAO Code | SBBH | MPTO |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Tocumen |
| Country | Brazil | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 2,589 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.850000, -43.950000 | 9.070000, -79.380000 |
Belo Horizonte (PLU) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 5,038 kilometers (3,130 miles / 2,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 Brazil with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:37 in Belo Horizonte, it's 14:37 in Tocumen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,454 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Belo Horizonte (PLU) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.