Tocumen International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 19m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Tocumen International Airport
Tocumen International Airport is the primary international airport serving Panama City, the capital of Panama. The airport serves as the hub for Copa Airlines and is a regional hub to and from the Caribbean, South, North and Central America and additionally features routes to some European cities as well as cargo flights to Qatar.
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Live weather
MPTONOTAMs
MPTOReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03R / 21L | 10,006 ft / 3,050 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 03L / 21R | 8,800 ft / 2,682 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | PANAMA CON | 133.000 MHz |
| ACC | PANAMA CON | 133.300 MHz |
| APP | PANAMA APP | 119.700 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 129.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | VFR ADVSY SVC | 121.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 16% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | 1,585 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 1,679 ft | |
| Mar | 98% | 1,704 ft | |
| Apr | 94% | 1,741 ft | |
| May | 84% | 1,696 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 1,622 ft | |
| Jul | 90% | 1,642 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,622 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,585 ft | |
| Oct | 87% | 1,585 ft | |
| Nov | 86% | 1,585 ft | |
| Dec | 95% | 1,622 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,585–1,741 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tocumen International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tocumen International Airport?
The ICAO code for Tocumen International Airport is MPTO, and its IATA code is PTY.
Where is Tocumen International Airport located?
Tocumen International Airport is large airport located in Tocumen, Panama, at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Tocumen International Airport have?
Tocumen International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,006 ft / 3,050 m.
Which airlines fly to Tocumen International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tocumen International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air France, Alitalia, American Airlines, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia, Condor Flugdienst, among 18 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tocumen International Airport?
Historical data lists 72 nonstop destinations from Tocumen International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tocumen International Airport in?
Tocumen International Airport is in the America/Panama time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tocumen International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tocumen International Airport is approximately 5.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tocumen International Airport?
The nearest airport to Tocumen International Airport is La Joya Airport (PA-0008), about 9.4 nm to the ene, followed by Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tocumen International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.