The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand is 12,399 kilometers (7,704 miles / 6,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 New Zealand. 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 11:03 in Tocumen, it's 05:03 in Wanaka Airport. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,007 feet between the two airports. Wanaka Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.

The return flight from Wanaka Airport (WKA) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 99° (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 Wanaka Airport (WKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.