Tocumen to Atlanta (PTY–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CM880
CM Copa
738
10:26 AM
EST T2
3:41 PM
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4h 15m
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DL1758
DL Delta
739
2:28 PM
EST T1
7:45 PM
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4h 17m
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DL1759
DL Delta
739
10:09 AM
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1:09 PM
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4h
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CM891
CM Copa
738
5:30 PM
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Tocumen to Atlanta
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,727 mi 4h 15m nonstop +1h ahead 60 1-stop hubs

PTY–ATL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Copa Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,727 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 60 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PTY–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CM Copa Airlines 7 738 4h15 – Star Alliance –
DL Delta Air Lines 7 739 4h17 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – CM
739 Boeing 737-900 – DL
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CM (7 flights/wk, 50%)
SkyTeam: DL (7 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PTY to ATL direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PTY to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
60
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
SAP ~6h 4m ILM ~6h 43m CVG ~6h 47m CUR ~9h 31m GDL ~9h 58m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,331
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PTY → ATL
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
Return
ATL → PTY
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Tocumen.
PTY: EST · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tocumen, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
1,727 mi / 2,780 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 15m to 4h 17m.
Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PTY–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tocumen to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance1,727 mi / 2,780 km
Flight time4h 15m to 4h 17m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections60 hubs
Origin: PTY
Full nameTocumen International Airport
IATA / ICAOPTY / MPTO
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
Destination: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PTY to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Tocumen International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 4h 15m to 4h 17m. The route covers 1,727 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Copa Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from PTY to ATL. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAP, ILM, CVG, CUR, GDL, MBJ, PHX, BGI, NAS, CTG, YWG, GUA, SJD, PUJ, MAO, CUN, MTY, UIO, MCO, IAD, TPA, AUA, SXM, SJO, YYZ, SDQ, ORD, FLL, MIA, SAL, LGG, JFK, RDU, EWR, MEX, SJU, BOG, AUS, LIM, SAN, IAH, BOS, BWI, LAS, YYC, YUL, KIN, DEN, AMS, LAX, GCM, GRU, SFO, SCL, EZE, GIG, CDG, MAD, IST and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Tocumen.
Yes, return flights from ATL to PTY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PTY to ATL

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

PTY to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PTY to ATL ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,727 miles (2,780 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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