The flight distance from Matsaile Airport (MSG) in Matsaile, Lesotho to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 12,254 kilometers (7,615 miles / 6,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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 Lesotho 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 16:17 in Matsaile, it's 09:17 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 6,065 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Matsaile Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Matsaile (MSG) follows a heading of 119° (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 Matsaile Airport (MSG) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.