Istanbul to Tocumen (IST–PTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–PTY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,722 miles in approximately 13h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: CM | 4 | 359 | 13h02 | – | Star Alliance | CM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · PTY: EST
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 10:00 AM in Tocumen.
Turkish passport holders enter Panama visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds may be requested at immigration.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–PTY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to PTY
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to PTY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to PTY is about 13 hours 21 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,722 miles (10,817 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas and El Dorado. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.