The flight distance from Prieska Airport (PRK) in Prieska, South Africa to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 11,674 kilometers (7,254 miles / 6,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 South Africa 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 16:18 in Prieska, it's 09:18 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 2,965 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Prieska Airport.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Prieska (PRK) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Prieska Airport (PRK) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.