Quito to Panama City flights
Direct and connecting flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Quito to Panama City take?
Flight time from Quito (UIO) to Panama City (PTY) 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 Quito to Panama City?
Airline availability for UIO to PTY 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 Quito to Panama City?
Direct (nonstop) availability on UIO to PTY 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 UIO → PTY
UIO to PTY is a short-haul route of 1,029 km (639 mi). See the return PTY → UIO route.
Alternative airports near Quito: Latacunga (LTX) — 92 km.
Alternative airports near Panama City: Panama (PAC) — 22 km, Howard (BLB) — 29 km, Colón (ONX) — 62 km.