The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Vredendal Airport (VRE) in Vredendal, South Africa is 11,281 kilometers (7,010 miles / 6,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:21 in Tocumen, it's 00:21 in Vredendal. With a 7-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 Vredendal (VRE) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 274° (west). 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 Vredendal Airport (VRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.