Flying from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pereira and Panama City are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Choose from ten weekly Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flights. The 05:06 departure with Copa Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Copa Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:27.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PEI to PTY flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Panama City (and then discovering more of Panama!) is easy with Copa Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Copa Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 95.12% of services arriving as scheduled, Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PEI to PTY flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PEI and PTY include:
El Dorado International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is R 3,172. A return plane ticket right now is R 5,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from PEI to PTY by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEI to PTY by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Matecana International Airport (PEI)
When it comes to Matecana International Airport's on-time performance, 61.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Pereira to Matecana International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near PEI. Whether you have an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and experience the lesser-explored corners of Panama City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Matecana International Airport to Tocumen International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PEI to PTY in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to discover other parts of Panama. Travel around 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to tick off its popular sights. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in Panama, consider Juan Díaz, roughly 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur are highlights.
