The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Tacheng Airport (TCG) in Tacheng, China is 13,584 kilometers (8,441 miles / 7,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 China. 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 17:06 in Tocumen, it's 06:06 in Tacheng. 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 Tacheng (TCG) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Tacheng Airport (TCG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.