The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 12,546 kilometers (7,795 miles / 6,774 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:07 in Tocumen, it's 06:07 in Rafha. 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 1,339 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.