Airport Comparison
Xalapa (JAL) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 2,202 kilometers (1,369 miles / 1,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 Mexico with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:52 in Xalapa, it's 18:52 in Tocumen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,992 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Xalapa (JAL) follows a heading of 304° (west 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 El Lencero Airport (JAL) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.