Airport Comparison
Tocumen (PTY) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 5,223 kilometers (3,245 miles / 2,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 02:46 in Tocumen, it's 23:46 in South Lake Tahoe. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,133 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Tocumen (PTY) 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 Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.