On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Cartagena — Panama City route. The flight between these cities is quick, as the distance is only 470 km, and there are about 19 flights operated weekly on this route.
The primary carrier on this route is Copa Airlines (CM). Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. We also recommend checking in advance how to get to Cartagena airport and how to get from Panama airport to your accommodation.
The table shows direct flights Cartagena → Panama City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Copa Airlines. Departures from Rafael Nunez International Airport airports, arrivals at Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cartagena — Panama City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 746 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 998 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cartagena → Panama City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 956 | high | May | AED 770 | low | Sep | AED 755 | low |
| Feb | AED 880 | medium | Jun | AED 810 | medium | Oct | AED 770 | low |
| Mar | AED 956 | high | Jul | AED 956 | high | Nov | AED 845 | medium |
| Apr | AED 921 | high | Aug | AED 880 | medium | Dec | AED 991 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Panama City remains hot throughout the year; however, the most comfortable conditions are seen in March, when temperatures reach 30.1°C with moderate rainfall. July is the rainiest month: during this period, there is up to 346 mm of precipitation, and overcast weather persists almost daily.
In terms of budget, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for September, when ticket prices start AED 746. Prices peak in February — this month, the minimum fare is AED 998, due to the dry season and high demand.
If you are looking for a balance between price and weather conditions, consider January: there are significantly more dry days, and the flight price AED 935 remains lower than the February peaks. It is best to avoid the period from May to November due to prolonged tropical rains.
Regular air service on the Cartagena — Panama City route is provided by Copa Airlines (CM), which is the main carrier in this direction. A total of about 19 flights per week are operated, most of which are direct. You can check the detailed schedule, departure times, and aircraft configurations in the list below by clicking on the airline card.
Flights Cartagena — Panama City depart from Rafael Nunez International Airport and arrive at Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 470 km. Travel time on a direct flight is usually around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The main operator performing regular flights is Copa Airlines. There are about 19 departures per week.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, making flying the fastest and most convenient way to travel between the countries.
Airfare is constantly changing depending on flight load and booking date. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the price calendar section on this page.
Flights from Cartagena (CTG) arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY), which is the main aviation hub for Panama City.
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