CWF
Lake Charles
United States
2,751 km
1,709 miles
PTY
Tocumen
Panama
Distance
2,751 km
1,709 mi / 1,485 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
146°
southeast

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CWF PTY
Airport Name Chennault International Airport Tocumen International Airport
IATA Code CWF PTY
ICAO Code KCWF MPTO
City Lake Charles Tocumen
Country United States Panama
Timezone America/Chicago America/Panama
Elevation 17 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 30.210000, -93.140000 9.070000, -79.380000

Lake Charles (CWF) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 2,751 kilometers (1,709 miles / 1,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 14:20 in Lake Charles, it's 15:20 in Tocumen.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 331° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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