Direct (nonstop) flights from Panama City to Santa Marta

1 airline flys nonstop from Tocumen International (PTY) to Simon Bolivar (SMR). It's 378 miles (608 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Copa Airlines.

PTY
Tocumen International
🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama
SMR
Simon Bolivar
🇨🇴 Santa Marta, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
378 mi
608 km
CO₂/pax
70 kg
−82 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Copa Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Copa Airlines Copa Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Copa Airlines CM Copa Airlines
Route
PTY → SMR
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
378 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Panama City to Santa Marta with one stop · direct emits 70 kg CO₂ per passenger

PTY MDE (Medellin) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 25m (336 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (349 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PTY → MDE
1h 25m · 336 mi
View PTY to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → SMR
1h 18m · 349 mi
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PTY BGA (Bucaramanga) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 31m (445 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (283 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PTY → BGA
1h 31m · 445 mi
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Leg 2
BGA → SMR
1h 14m · 283 mi
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PTY PEI (Pereira) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 25m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (445 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PTY → PEI
1h 25m · 385 mi
View PTY to PEI flights →
Leg 2
PEI → SMR
1h 35m · 445 mi
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PTY BOG (Bogota) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 39m (469 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (441 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PTY → BOG
1h 39m · 469 mi
View PTY to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → SMR
1h 35m · 441 mi
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PTY CLO (Cali) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 40m (432 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (541 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+193% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PTY → CLO
1h 40m · 432 mi
View PTY to CLO flights →
Leg 2
CLO → SMR
1h 36m · 541 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Panama City to Santa Marta?

A nonstop flight from Panama City (PTY) to Santa Marta (SMR) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 378 miles (608 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Panama City to Santa Marta?

Just Copa Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Panama City to Santa Marta?

Yes. 1 airline: Copa Airlines.

How far is Panama City from Santa Marta?

The flight distance from Panama City to Santa Marta is 378 miles (608 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Panama City to Santa Marta?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Panama to Colombia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Colombia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Panama City to Santa Marta?

Roughly 70 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 350 km.

Is the return flight from Santa Marta to Panama City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Panama City to Santa Marta?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Tocumen International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.