Tocumen to New York (PTY–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Tocumen to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,217 mi 4h 34m nonstop +1h ahead 28 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PTY and LGA, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PTY to LGA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,504
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
New York is 1 hour ahead of Tocumen.
PTY: EST · LGA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tocumen, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
2,217 mi / 3,567 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 34m.
Getting from LGA

Taxis from LGA to Midtown Manhattan cost $30–45 (flat rates do not apply from LGA; metered). Ride-shares pickup is on the lower level; fares to Midtown typically $35–55. Allow 30–60 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes during rush hour.The M60 Select Bus ($2.90) connects to the subway at multiple points and takes 45–70 minutes to Manhattan. Q70 Select Bus connects to the 7/E/F/M/R trains at Jackson Heights for additional subway access. Note that LGA has no direct subway or rail link as of 2026.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. LGA is one of the most disruption-prone major US airports. A combination of weather (nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, winter ice) and congested airspace drives delays year-round. Summer (June–August) afternoon thunderstorms cause frequent ground delays and can back up the eastern seaboard for hours.

Winter (December–February) brings snow and freezing rain events, with −5–4°C averages. Nor'easters typically cause 1–2 significant cancellation events per season. Spring and autumn are the most operationally stable periods. Connections through LGA require buffer time to absorb accumulated delays.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PTY–LGA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tocumen to New York route.
Route details
Distance2,217 mi / 3,567 km
Flight time4h 34m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: PTY
Full nameTocumen International Airport
IATA / ICAOPTY / MPTO
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
Destination: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PTY to LGA flights.
Nonstop flights from Tocumen International Airport to LaGuardia Airport take approximately 4h 34m. The route covers 2,217 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OPF, ILM, PBI, CVG, AUS, SJU, BWI, EWR, NAS, AUA, LAS, YYC, SFO, LAX, JFK, IAD, FLL, YYZ, MIA, MCO, TPA, YUL, ORD, BOS, RDU, ATL, IAH and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Tocumen.
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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 LGA

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PTY to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PTY to LGA ranges from 4 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,217 miles (3,567 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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