Tocumen to Chicago (PTY–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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2,332 mi airlines 28/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
BR3198
BR EVA
738
7:55 AM
EST T2
1:31 PM
CDT
5h 36m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM228
CM Copa
7M9
7:55 AM
EST T2
1:31 PM
CDT
5h 36m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM844
CM Copa
738
5:36 PM
EST T2
10:50 PM
CDT
5h 14m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM235
CM Copa
738
7:20 PM
EST T2
1:04 AM+1
CDT
5h 44m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM846
CM Copa
738
12:51 AM
CDT T5
6:13 AM
EST
5h 22m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BR3197
BR EVA
738
8:34 AM
CDT T5
2:00 PM
EST
5h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM236
CM Copa
738
8:34 AM
CDT T5
2:00 PM
EST
5h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CM229
CM Copa
7M9
3:22 PM
CDT T5
8:35 PM
EST
5h 13m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Tocumen to Chicago
2 carriers, 28 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 28 Flights/wk 2,332 mi 5h 14m nonstop 50 1-stop hubs

PTY–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Copa Airlines and EVA Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,332 miles in approximately 5h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PTY–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CM Copa Airlines 21 738, 7M9 5h14-5h44 Star Alliance
BR EVA Air 7 738 5h36 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – BR, CM
7M9 Boeing 737 MAX 9 – CM
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: BR + CM (28 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PTY to ORD direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
4
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
4
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
28
Outbound / wk
22
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PTY to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
50
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,208
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PTY → ORD
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
ORD → PTY
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Tocumen.
PTY: EST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tocumen, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
2,332 mi / 3,753 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 14m to 5h 44m.
Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

PTY–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tocumen to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance2,332 mi / 3,753 km
Flight time5h 14m to 5h 44m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights28 out / 22 return
1-stop connections50 hubs
Origin: PTY
IATA / ICAOPTY / MPTO
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PTY to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Tocumen International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 5h 14m to 5h 44m. The route covers 2,332 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: EVA Air and Copa Airlines.
There are approximately 28 nonstop flights per week from PTY to ORD. The return direction has about 22 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, ILM, SDQ, GIG, PHX, SXM, YWG, GUA, NAS, MBJ, CUN, PUJ, GDL, IAD, AUA, BOG, MTY, RDU, MCO, YYZ, MEX, YUL, IAH, LGG, CUR, TPA, BWI, MAD, MIA, EWR, JFK, ATL, LAS, SJO, FLL, AMS, SJU, DEN, BOS, AUS, LAX, SFO, SAN, GCM, YYC, SJD, CDG, GRU, IST and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to PTY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 ORD

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from EVA Air and Copa Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

PTY to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PTY to ORD ranges from 5 hours 14 minutes to 5 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,332 miles (3,753 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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