Airport Comparison
Tocumen (PTY) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 1,701 kilometers (1,057 miles / 919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 172°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Panama with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:09 in Tocumen, it's 18:09 in Rioja.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,572 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.
The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 352° (north). 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.