Airport Comparison
| BYS | PTY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Tocumen International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | PTY |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | MPTO |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Tocumen |
| Country | United States | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 9.070000, -79.380000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 4,768 kilometers (2,963 miles / 2,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 United States with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:00 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 19:00 in Tocumen. 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 2,215 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 313° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.