Panama City to Santa Cruz flights
Direct and connecting flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Panama City to Santa Cruz take?
Flight time from Panama City (PTY) to Santa Cruz (VVI) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Panama City to Santa Cruz?
Airline availability for PTY to VVI changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Panama City to Santa Cruz?
Direct (nonstop) availability on PTY to VVI varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Copa Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Copa Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning PTY → VVI
PTY to VVI is a medium-haul route of 3,466 km (2,154 mi). See the return VVI → PTY route.
Alternative airports near Panama City: Panama (PAC) — 22 km, Howard (BLB) — 29 km, Colón (ONX) — 62 km.
Alternative airports near Santa Cruz: Santa Cruz (SRZ) — 19 km.