The flight distance from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) in Palembang-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 19,194 kilometers (11,927 miles / 10,364 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:16 in Palembang-Sumatra Island, it's 06:16 in Tocumen. With a 12-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 Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) follows a heading of 326° (north 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 Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.