The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Tongoa Island Airport (TGH) in Tongoa Island, Vanuatu is 12,635 kilometers (7,851 miles / 6,822 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 Vanuatu. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:06 in Tocumen, it's 20:06 in Tongoa Island. With a 16-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 Tongoa Island (TGH) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Tongoa Island Airport (TGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.