The flight distance from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) in Mwanza, Tanzania to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 12,499 kilometers (7,767 miles / 6,749 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Tanzania 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 07:23 in Mwanza, it's 23:23 in Tocumen. With a 8-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 3,628 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Mwanza Airport.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Mwanza (MWZ) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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