The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Grenchen Airport (ZHI) in Grenchen Airport, Switzerland is 9,028 kilometers (5,610 miles / 4,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:38 in Tocumen, it's 01:38 in Grenchen Airport. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,276 feet between the two airports. Grenchen Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.

The return flight from Grenchen Airport (ZHI) 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 Grenchen Airport (ZHI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.