Mexico City to Tocumen (MEX–PTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MEX–PTY is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Copa Airlines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 1,498 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CM Copa Airlines Also: EK | 45 | 738, 7M8 | 3h43-3h46 | – | Star Alliance | EK |
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | E90 | 4h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tocumen from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→PTY | NLU→PTY |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · PTY: EST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 7:00 PM in Tocumen.
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.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
MEX–PTY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to PTY
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to PTY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to PTY is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,498 miles (2,411 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 64 return, totaling 130 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via El Salvador, Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) and Cancún. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (NLU).