The flight distance from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) in New Plymouth, New Zealand to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 12,058 kilometers (7,493 miles / 6,511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in New Plymouth, it's 12:56 in Tocumen. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to New Plymouth (NPL) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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