Guadalajara to Tocumen (GDL–PTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CM723
CM Copa
738
12:16 AM
CST T1
5:24 AM
EST
4h 8m
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CM778
CM Copa
738
12:07 PM
CST T1
5:21 PM
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4h 14m
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CM Copa
738
7:41 AM
EST T2
11:07 AM
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4h 26m
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Guadalajara to Tocumen
1 carrier, 8 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 1,780 mi 4h 8m nonstop +1h ahead 27 1-stop hubs

GDL–PTY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Copa Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,780 miles in approximately 4h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GDL–PTY service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CM Copa Airlines 8 738 4h08-4h14 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – CM
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CM (8 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GDL to PTY direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
2
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GDL to PTY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
SAL ~6h 7m SJD ~8h 32m CVG ~9h 26m MTY ~10h 26m MCO ~11h 19m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,317
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Tocumen is 1 hour ahead of Guadalajara.
GDL: CST · PTY: EST

When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 7:00 PM in Tocumen.
Distance & Flight Time
1,780 mi / 2,864 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 8m to 4h 14m.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

GDL–PTY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guadalajara to Tocumen route.
Route details
Distance1,780 mi / 2,864 km
Flight time4h 8m to 4h 14m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights8 out / 4 return
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: GDL
Full nameGuadalajara International Airport
IATA / ICAOGDL / MMGL
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia_Banderas
Passengers/yr17.9M
Elevation5,016 ft / 1,529 m
Destination: PTY
Full nameTocumen International Airport
IATA / ICAOPTY / MPTO
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GDL to PTY flights.
Nonstop flights from Guadalajara International Airport to Tocumen International Airport take approximately 4h 8m to 4h 14m. The route covers 1,780 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Copa Airlines.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from GDL to PTY. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAL, SJD, CVG, MTY, MCO, JFK, YUL, YYC, SJO, MEX, BOG, LAX, EWR, DEN, MIA, IAH, CUN, LAS, ORD, IAD, YYZ, SFO, ATL, CDG, AUS, MAD and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tocumen is 1 hour ahead of Guadalajara.
Yes, return flights from PTY to GDL 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 GDL to PTY

Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

GDL to PTY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GDL to PTY ranges from 4 hours 8 minutes to 4 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,780 miles (2,864 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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