PTY
Tocumen
Panama
5,333 km
3,314 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
5,333 km
3,314 mi / 2,880 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Panama
Heading
331°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PTY SBX
Airport Name Tocumen International Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code PTY SBX
ICAO Code MPTO KSBX
City Tocumen Shelby
Country Panama United States
Timezone America/Panama America/Denver
Elevation 135 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 9.070000, -79.380000 48.540000, -111.870000

Tocumen (PTY) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 5,333 kilometers (3,314 miles / 2,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 Panama with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:42 in Tocumen, it's 06:42 in Shelby.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,308 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 134° (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 Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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