Traveling Through PTY — Tocumen International Airport
Tocumen International Airport serves 2 terminals, 15 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.
📋 Key Facts for Your Trip
Essential info before you fly through PTY
✈️ Airlines at PTY
Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel
| Airline | Terminal(s) |
|---|---|
| Aerolíneas Estelar | Terminal 1 |
| Aeroméxico | Terminal 1 |
| Air Europa | Terminal 1 |
| American Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Avianca | Terminal 1 |
| Boliviana de Aviación | Terminal 1 |
| Cayman Airways | Terminal 1 |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 1 |
| Iberia | Terminal 1 |
| Sunrise Airways | Terminal 1 |
| Turkish Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Copa Airlines | Terminal 2 |
| Air France | Terminal 2 |
| KLM | Terminal 2 |
| United Airlines | Terminal 2 |
🚗 Getting To & From PTY
Ground transportation options for Panama City
Rail / Train
Metro Line 2 connects the airport to the city center. A complete trip costs $0.85 and takes about an hour with a transfer to Line 1.
Bus / Shuttle
The Metro Bus is an economical way to travel from the airport. A prepaid card, available in the Arrivals area, is required. The cost is $0.25.
Rideshare
Uber, DiDi, and Cabify are available.
Taxi
Taxis are available. Fares to the city center are around $30-40.
Parking
Long-stay parking is available for $24.00 per day with a free shuttle to the terminals. · Terminal parking is available. Rates are approximately $0.03 per minute for the first 2 hours, and $0.04 per minute for 2-6 hours, with a maximum of $24 per day.
Rental Cars
Rental car counters for companies like Enterprise, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, and others are located within the terminal.
🍽️ Inside PTY
Food, lounges, and shopping at Tocumen International Airport
Food & Dining
Before security: Limited options available before security. · After security: A wide range of restaurants and coffee shops are available after security, including Olive Garden, Barú Bar & Grill, and Carl's Jr.
Lounges
Copa Club (Terminal 1, Airside)Copa Club (Terminal 2, Airside)The Lounge Panama by Global Lounge Network (Airside, near Gate 115)Tocumen Royal Saloon (Landside, 3rd Floor)
Shopping
Duty-free shopping is available from Attenza Duty Free and Duty Free Americas, offering perfumes, liquors, cosmetics, and other international products.
💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for PTY
Insider knowledge to make your time at Tocumen International Airport smoother
- 1 Arrive at least 3 hours early for international flights due to long walks and potential for double security checks.
- 2 Gate changes are frequent and often announced with little notice, so check the flight information screens constantly.
- 3 The airport can be cold, so bring an extra layer.
- 4 For flights to the U.S., expect an additional security screening at the gate where all liquids will be confiscated.
- 5 The Metro is a very cheap and efficient way to get to the city, but requires a transfer.
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Frequently Asked Questions — PTY
How many terminals does PTY (Tocumen International Airport) have?
Tocumen International Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.
Does PTY have free WiFi?
Free WiFi is available for 30 minutes.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.
How early should I arrive at PTY?
For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.
What airlines fly from PTY?
Tocumen International Airport is served by 15 airlines, including Aerolíneas Estelar, Aeroméxico, Air Europa, American Airlines, Avianca and 10 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.
How do I get from PTY to Panama City?
Ground transportation options from Tocumen International Airport include rail/train (Metro Line 2 connects the airport to the city center. A complete trip costs $0.85 and takes about an hour with a transfer to Line 1.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.
Is there parking at PTY?
Yes, Tocumen International Airport offers parking options. Long-stay parking is available for $24.00 per day with a free shuttle to the terminals. Terminal parking is available. Rates are approximately $0.03 per minute for the first 2 hours, and $0.04 per minute for 2-6 hours, with a maximum of $24 per day. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.
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