The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) in Taiyuan, China is 14,661 kilometers (9,110 miles / 7,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 China. 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 12:04 in Tocumen, it's 01:04 in Taiyuan. With a 13-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 2,440 feet between the two airports. Taiyuan Wusu Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.

The return flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). 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 Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.