The flight distance from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) in Mpumalanga, South Africa to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 12,490 kilometers (7,761 miles / 6,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:33 in Mpumalanga, it's 16:33 in Tocumen. With a 7-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 2,694 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Mpumalanga (MQP) follows a heading of 114° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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