PJB
Payson
United States
4,296 km
2,669 miles
PTY
Tocumen
Panama
Distance
4,296 km
2,669 mi / 2,319 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Phoenix
Heading
123°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

PJB PTY
Airport Name Payson Airport Tocumen International Airport
IATA Code PJB PTY
ICAO Code KPAN MPTO
City Payson Tocumen
Country United States Panama
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Panama
Elevation 5,157 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 34.260000, -111.340000 9.070000, -79.380000

Payson (PJB) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Payson Airport (PJB) in Payson, United States to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 4,296 kilometers (2,669 miles / 2,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:58 in Payson, it's 22:58 in Tocumen.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,022 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than Payson Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Payson (PJB) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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