The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 17,117 kilometers (10,636 miles / 9,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:17 in Tocumen, it's 21:47 in Colombo. With a 10.5-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 Colombo (RML) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 307° (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 Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.