Cancún to Tocumen (CUN–PTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CM104
CM Copa
738
7:01 AM
EST T2
9:42 AM
EST
2h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM262
CM Copa
7M8
11:20 AM
EST T2
2:01 PM
EST
2h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM123
CM Copa
7M9
11:33 AM
EST T2
2:14 PM
EST
2h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM317
CM Copa
7M8
11:45 AM
EST T2
2:26 PM
EST
2h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM326
CM Copa
738
2:00 PM
EST T2
4:39 PM
EST
2h 39m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM114
CM Copa
7M9
2:30 PM
EST T2
5:09 PM
EST
2h 39m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM347
CM Copa
738
4:42 PM
EST T2
7:23 PM
EST
2h 41m
M T W T F S S
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CM293
CM Copa
738
7:11 AM
EST T2
9:58 AM
EST
2h 47m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM122
CM Copa
7M9
7:42 AM
EST T2
10:31 AM
EST
2h 49m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM316
CM Copa
7M8
7:55 AM
EST T2
10:44 AM
EST
2h 49m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM113
CM Copa
738
10:10 AM
EST T2
12:59 PM
EST
2h 49m
M T W T F S S
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CM325
CM Copa
7M9
10:29 AM
EST T2
1:18 PM
EST
2h 49m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM324
CM Copa
738
12:44 PM
EST T2
3:34 PM
EST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM103
CM Copa
738
7:10 PM
EST T2
10:01 PM
EST
2h 51m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Cancún to Tocumen
1 carrier, 48 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 48 Flights/wk 966 mi 2h 39m nonstop 43 1-stop hubs

CUN–PTY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Copa Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 966 miles in approximately 2h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CUN–PTY service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CM Copa Airlines 48 738, 7M8, 7M9 2h39-2h41 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – CM
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – CM
7M9 Boeing 737 MAX 9 – CM
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CM (48 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CUN to PTY direction.
Mon
7
flights
Tue
6
flights
Wed
7
flights
Thu
7
flights
Fri
7
flights
Sat
7
flights
Sun
7
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
7
Nonstop flights
48
Outbound / wk
48
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CUN to PTY.
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One-Stop Connections
43
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,171
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tocumen is 0 hours the same as Cancún.
CUN: EST · PTY: EST

When it's 6:00 PM in Cancún, it's 6:00 PM in Tocumen.
Distance & Flight Time
966 mi / 1,554 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 39m to 2h 41m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders enter Panama visa-free for up to 90 days. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and proof of funds (at least USD 500 in cash or credit) may be requested at immigration.

Getting to CUN

ADO buses run from downtown Cancún bus terminal to the airport for MXN 102 (about USD $5) in 20–25 minutes. The Tren Maya (Maya Train) opened a station at CUN Airport (Terminal 4), connecting to the broader Yucatán rail network. Taxis from the Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera) cost MXN 350–550 (USD $17–28) depending on the zone.Authorized taxis from the airport are sold by ticket inside the terminal; agree on the fare before leaving the building to avoid inflated street prices. Uber is blocked from airport pick-ups by local taxi concessions; use the authorised taxi stand. Car rental is available at all four terminals.

CUN–PTY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cancún to Tocumen route.
Route details
Distance966 mi / 1,554 km
Flight time2h 39m to 2h 41m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights48 out / 48 return
1-stop connections43 hubs
Origin: CUN
IATA / ICAOCUN / MMUN
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun
Passengers/yr30.4M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: PTY
IATA / ICAOPTY / MPTO
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CUN to PTY flights.
Nonstop flights from Cancún International Airport to Tocumen International Airport take approximately 2h 39m to 2h 41m. The route covers 966 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Copa Airlines.
There are approximately 48 nonstop flights per week from CUN to PTY. The return direction has about 48 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NAS, SJU, TEB, FLL, AUS, CVG, LAX, DEN, MGA, SFO, JFK, LIM, MEX, SAL, GDL, GUA, BOG, SCL, IAD, YYZ, MIA, MDE, SJO, YUL, MAD, ORD, MCO, PUJ, TPA, ATL, MTY, CDG, IAH, BOS, EWR, EZE, BWI, RDU, IST, BSB, YYC, AMS and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from PTY to CUN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CUN to PTY

Cancún International Airport (CUN) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines. With 48 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

CUN to PTY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CUN to PTY ranges from 2 hours 39 minutes to 2 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 966 miles (1,554 km). There are approximately 48 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 96 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NAS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.