The flight distance from Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 14,088 kilometers (8,754 miles / 7,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 China with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:56 in Kuqa, it's 23:56 in Tocumen. With a 13-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 3,389 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Kuqa Airport.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Kuqa (KCA) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kuqa Airport (KCA) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.