Direct (nonstop) flights from Quito to Panama City

1 airline flys nonstop from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) to Tocumen International (PTY). It's 635 miles (1,022 km), about 1h 57m in the air. Operated by Copa Airlines.

UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
PTY
Tocumen International
🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
635 mi
1,022 km
CO₂/pax
118 kg
−67 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Copa Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Copa Airlines Copa Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Copa Airlines CM Copa Airlines
Route
UIO → PTY
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
635 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Quito to Panama City with one stop · direct emits 118 kg CO₂ per passenger

UIO MEC (Manta) PTY
Leg 1: 48m (170 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (694 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → MEC
48m · 170 mi
View UIO to MEC flights →
Leg 2
MEC → PTY
1h 59m · 694 mi
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UIO MDE (Medellin) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (477 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (336 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → MDE
1h 30m · 477 mi
View UIO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → PTY
1h 27m · 336 mi
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UIO GYE (Guayaquil) PTY
Leg 1: 53m (174 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (771 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → GYE
53m · 174 mi
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Leg 2
GYE → PTY
2h 10m · 771 mi
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UIO BOG (Bogota) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 35m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 49m (469 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BOG
1h 35m · 441 mi
View UIO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → PTY
1h 49m · 469 mi
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UIO SJO (San Jose) PTY
Leg 1: 2h 15m (803 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 39m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → SJO
2h 15m · 803 mi
View UIO to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → PTY
1h 24m · 334 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Quito to Panama City?

A nonstop flight from Quito (UIO) to Panama City (PTY) takes approximately 1 hours and 57 minutes. The distance is 635 miles (1,022 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quito to Panama City?

Just Copa Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quito to Panama City?

Yes. 1 airline: Copa Airlines.

How far is Quito from Panama City?

The flight distance from Quito to Panama City is 635 miles (1,022 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Quito to Panama City?

At 1h 57m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 118 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 590 km.

Is the return flight from Panama City to Quito 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 Quito to Panama City?

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 Mariscal Sucre International for this flight?

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