Cheap Flights from Manta (MEC) to Panama City (PTY)

Popular airlines from Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from MEC to PTY?
With Copa Airlines, a direct flight takes about 2 hours and 1 minute. Grab a seat on the 6:25PM flight from Eloy Alfaro Air Base and touch down at Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) at 8:26PM. Snap up an epic deal on this route when you book your ticket with Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from MEC to PTY last minute?
Booking your journey from Eloy Alfaro Air Base to Panama Airport last minute could help you save if you hit the jackpot and find a real bargain. However, airfares don't usually get cheaper as the departure date nears. If you choose to wait, flights could also be sold out or the best seats taken. If you'd prefer to play it safe, book well ahead of when you want to leave. Don't forget that some of the biggest bargains can be found up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as offers are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airports do you fly into for Panama City from Manta?
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC) and Panama Pacifico Intl. Airport (BLB) are your options when flying from Manta to Panama City. Around 18 kilometers northeast of the heart of Panama City, Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) is the city's main gateway. Keep in mind factors like flight departure and arrival times and the distance to your hotel before choosing an airport. Miraflores Locks and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are two awesome attractions to put on your itinerary when you arrive.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Eloy Alfaro Air Base to PTY?
The most popular departure times for flights from Eloy Alfaro Intl. Airport (MEC) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) are between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Copa Airlines. Our advice is to zoom off in the morning. The earlier you travel, the better your chances of arriving on time with lighter air traffic in the sky.
Can I change the date of my flight from Eloy Alfaro Air Base to Panama Airport?
You can quickly and easily make changes to your Eloy Alfaro Air Base to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) ticket by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. Before you amend times or dates, read the rules and restrictions in your itinerary to find out what the airline will let you do and if fees apply. Some airlines have a change fee per person, on top of any difference in prices. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and organize new flights. You can also swing by our Customer Service portal for more advice and to chat with our Virtual Agent.

Travel information

Origin airport
Eloy Alfaro Intl.
Destination airport
Tocumen Intl.
Distance
1116 km
Average flight time
1 hour 59 mins

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